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P185 DCJ

1996 Renault Espace

Red Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

101,829 mi
Last recorded101,829 miles
Recorded on21 May 2013
Typical for 1996 Renault Espace121,931 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP185 DCJ
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2013 101,829 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

windscreen damaged behind drivers interior mirror

Pass 12 May 2012 95,210 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 87,382 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2010 83,468 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Apr 2010 83,468 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 80,747 miles

Oil leak

n/s wiper blade starting to perish

o/s/f tyre wearing on edges

Pass 19 May 2008 78,036 miles

Oil leak

Pass 8 Aug 2006 72,125 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2006 72,125 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b) DANGEROUS

Front Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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P185 DCJ is a 1996 Renault Espace in Red with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 P185 DCJ, 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 P185 DCJ registered?

P185 DCJ is a 1996 Renault Espace, first registered on 20 December 1996.

Is P185 DCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P185 DCJ shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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