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P698 JJA

1997 Renault Espace

White Diesel 2068cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2011
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

159,131 mi
Last recorded159,131 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2010
Typical for 1997 Renault Espace123,679 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP698 JJA
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,068cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2010 159,131 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 157,270 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

bonnet will not shut,but held on safety catch

front brake discs and pads wearing low

front fuel tank strap broken but tank still secure

oil leak from engine

rear tailgate wont open from outside,b ut stil able to check testable items

rear tyre sidewalls deteriorating

slight play in front supension top arm inner bushes

Fail 3 Dec 2008 157,265 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

bonnet will not shut,but held on safety catch

front brake discs and pads wearing low

front fuel tank strap broken but tank still secure

oil leak from engine

rear tailgate wont open from outside,b ut stil able to check testable items

rear tyre sidewalls deteriorating

slight play in front supension top arm inner bushes

Pass 4 Apr 2007 154,443 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2007 154,443 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Rear Brake load sensing valve has been disconnected and was fitted as standard (3.6.E.2)

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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P698 JJA is a 1997 Renault Espace in White with a 2,068cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 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 P698 JJA, 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 P698 JJA registered?

P698 JJA is a 1997 Renault Espace, first registered on 8 January 1997.

Is P698 JJA safe to buy?

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