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N717 MHT

1996 Renault Espace

Green Diesel 2068cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2009
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

155,570 mi
Last recorded155,570 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2008
Typical for 1996 Renault Espace121,931 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN717 MHT
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,068cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2008 155,570 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2008 155,570 miles

Rear Brake valve leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Outer Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Nov 2007 146,681 miles

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Oil leak

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 30 Oct 2007 146,681 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Power steering pump leaking from a failed joint (2.3.3b)

Brake servo insecurely mounted (3.6.A.2a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Oil leak

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 4 Aug 2006 132,788 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

Fail 1 Aug 2006 132,788 miles

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b) DANGEROUS

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

Pass 10 Nov 2005 124,997 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2005 124,997 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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N717 MHT is a 1996 Renault Espace in Green with a 2,068cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N717 MHT, 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 N717 MHT registered?

N717 MHT is a 1996 Renault Espace, first registered on 22 April 1996.

Is N717 MHT safe to buy?

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