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N846 SDU

1996 Renault Espace

Red Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

148,746 mi
Last recorded148,746 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2008
Typical for 1996 Renault Espace121,931 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN846 SDU
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2008 148,746 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 145,603 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2007 145,597 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 18 Apr 2006 141,104 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2006 141,104 miles

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

engine and gearbox oil leaks

power steering pump is damp

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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N846 SDU is a 1996 Renault Espace in Red with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 N846 SDU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N846 SDU registered?

N846 SDU is a 1996 Renault Espace, first registered on 24 January 1996.

Is N846 SDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for N846 SDU shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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