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P453 BPB

1996 Renault Espace

White Diesel 2068cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2018
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

152,456 mi
Last recorded152,456 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2017
Typical for 1996 Renault Espace121,931 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP453 BPB
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,068cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2017 152,456 miles

rear exhaust slightly blowing

Fail 11 Apr 2017 152,444 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

rear exhaust slightly blowing

Pass 13 Apr 2016 145,615 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2016 145,490 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

Pass 7 Apr 2015 137,060 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2014 128,999 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Apr 2014 128,999 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 120,507 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 112,170 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2012 112,170 miles

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

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

Fail 31 Mar 2011 102,886 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 Mar 2011 102,886 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 94,267 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2010 94,260 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

An item not tested (Manual)

Pass 8 Oct 2008 93,364 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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P453 BPB is a 1996 Renault Espace in White with a 2,068cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 P453 BPB, 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 P453 BPB registered?

P453 BPB is a 1996 Renault Espace, first registered on 26 September 1996.

Is P453 BPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P453 BPB shows 15 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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