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P323 XWS

1997 Renault Espace

Blue Diesel 2068cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

63,853 mi
Last recorded63,853 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2026
Typical for 1997 Renault Espace123,679 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP323 XWS
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,068cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2026 63,853 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front front suspension corroded

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear rear suspension corroded

Pass 2 Jul 2025 63,307 miles

Front front suspension corroded

Rear Coil spring corroded rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear rear suspension corroded

Pass 7 Aug 2023 61,581 miles

chip to screen

reverse light inoperative

Pass 3 Mar 2022 60,969 miles

chip to screen

reverse lights inoperative

Pass 3 Dec 2019 59,424 miles

Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Sep 2016 56,640 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 53,047 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2015 53,047 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2014 50,557 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 50,494 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 46,628 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Nov 2009 41,688 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 36,541 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2008 36,513 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2007 32,905 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 31,864 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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P323 XWS is a 1997 Renault Espace in Blue with a 2,068cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1997 Renault Espace models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.3% with a typical mileage of 123,679 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 P323 XWS, 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 29 years old, this Renault Espace is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P323 XWS registered?

P323 XWS is a 1997 Renault Espace, first registered on 10 January 1997.

Is P323 XWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for P323 XWS shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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