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N408 VEW

1996 Renault Espace

White Diesel 2068cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2009
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

197,579 mi
Last recorded197,579 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2008
Typical for 1996 Renault Espace121,931 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN408 VEW
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,068cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2008 197,579 miles

n/s rack gaiter split// brake pipes greased

Pass 22 Jun 2007 187,340 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2007 187,340 miles

Centre Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

small crack in o/s h/light glass

Pass 12 Jun 2006 173,494 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2005 164,266 miles

Both front top suspension joints worn slightly.

Front brake pads worn close to limit.

Offside front tyre worn close to legal limit.

Rear metal brake pipes slightly corroded.

How Reliable is the Renault Espace?

Based on 469,246 MOT tests across 52,820 vehicles.

64.8%
Pass Rate
6,944
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
52,820
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 29,077
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 19,838
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 19,467
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 13,870
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 13,628
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N408 VEW is a 1996 Renault Espace in White with a 2,068cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1996 Renault Espace models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.8% with a typical mileage of 121,931 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Renault Espace fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 29,077 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N408 VEW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault Espace typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 30 years old, this Renault Espace is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N408 VEW registered?

N408 VEW is a 1996 Renault Espace, first registered on 16 February 1996.

Is N408 VEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N408 VEW shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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