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P523 VGC

1997 Renault Espace

Red Diesel 2068cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2013
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

139,517 mi
Last recorded139,517 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2012
Typical for 1997 Renault Espace123,679 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP523 VGC
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,068cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2012 139,517 miles

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

nearside front anti roll bar link bush starting to deteriorate

offside door mirror cover slightly damaged

rear brakes slightly out of balance

sill covers fitted

slight wear in front tie bar bushes

slight wear in front top suspension ball joints

Fail 20 Feb 2012 139,493 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

nearside front anti roll bar link bush starting to deteriorate

offside door mirror cover slightly damaged

sill covers fitted

slight wear in front tie bar bushes

slight wear in front top suspension ball joints

Pass 14 Jan 2011 133,049 miles

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

offside door mirror slightly damaged

slight wear in front top suspension ball joints

wiper blades starting to deteriorate

Fail 11 Jan 2011 133,046 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

offside door mirror slightly damaged

slight wear in front top suspension ball joints

wiper blades starting to deteriorate

Pass 1 Feb 2010 125,462 miles

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 23 Oct 2008 123,319 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 107,657 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 91,708 miles
Fail 12 May 2006 91,708 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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P523 VGC is a 1997 Renault Espace in Red with a 2,068cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 P523 VGC, 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 P523 VGC registered?

P523 VGC is a 1997 Renault Espace, first registered on 21 March 1997.

Is P523 VGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P523 VGC shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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