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P396 VDF

1996 Renault Espace

Green Diesel 2068cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

193,364 mi
Last recorded193,364 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2008
Typical for 1996 Renault Espace121,931 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP396 VDF
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,068cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2008 193,364 miles

both front strut inner turrets corroded

Fail 10 Oct 2008 193,364 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

both front strut inner turrets corroded

Pass 21 Sep 2007 161,949 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside rear tyre on 2mm

Oil leak

Pass 10 Aug 2006 148,873 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2006 148,873 miles

Centre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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P396 VDF is a 1996 Renault Espace in Green with a 2,068cc diesel 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 P396 VDF, 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 P396 VDF registered?

P396 VDF is a 1996 Renault Espace, first registered on 31 October 1996.

Is P396 VDF safe to buy?

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