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P234 LOT

1996 Renault Espace

Blue Diesel 2068cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

154,949 mi
Last recorded154,949 miles
Recorded on14 May 2014
Typical for 1996 Renault Espace121,931 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP234 LOT
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,068cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 May 2014 154,949 miles

Oil leak

Pass 4 Jun 2013 152,761 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 3 Jun 2013 152,761 miles

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

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Feb 2012 149,308 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 145,846 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 143,627 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2010 143,627 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Feb 2009 141,668 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 137,465 miles

nearside mirror broken.

Fail 21 Feb 2008 137,465 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

nearside mirror broken.

Pass 12 Mar 2007 133,068 miles

Hole in o/s/f indicator lamp

L.E.D.Light flashing in steering wheel

brake disc s rusted due to standing

Pass 26 Apr 2006 129,384 miles

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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P234 LOT is a 1996 Renault Espace in Blue with a 2,068cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P234 LOT, 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 P234 LOT registered?

P234 LOT is a 1996 Renault Espace, first registered on 18 December 1996.

Is P234 LOT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P234 LOT shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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