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N480 GBP

1996 Renault Espace

Red Diesel 2068cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2011
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

177,261 mi
Last recorded177,261 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2010
Typical for 1996 Renault Espace121,931 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN480 GBP
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,068cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2010 177,261 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2010 177,241 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

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

Pass 25 Feb 2009 165,622 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 149,626 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 144,209 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2006 144,209 miles

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

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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N480 GBP is a 1996 Renault Espace in Red with a 2,068cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 N480 GBP, 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 N480 GBP registered?

N480 GBP is a 1996 Renault Espace, first registered on 19 February 1996.

Is N480 GBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for N480 GBP shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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