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P952 VGP

1997 Renault Espace

Grey Diesel 2068cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

150,969 mi
Last recorded150,969 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2013
Typical for 1997 Renault Espace123,679 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP952 VGP
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,068cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2013 150,969 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 23 Apr 2013 150,969 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

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

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Apr 2012 144,020 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 19 Apr 2011 137,626 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 130,723 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 124,750 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2009 124,750 miles

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

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 23 Apr 2008 119,169 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2008 119,169 miles

Centre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Nearside Front Upper Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 8 May 2007 112,784 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

slight oil leak front of engine

slight play steering rack n/s

Pass 8 Jun 2006 107,235 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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P952 VGP is a 1997 Renault Espace in Grey with a 2,068cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 P952 VGP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P952 VGP registered?

P952 VGP is a 1997 Renault Espace, first registered on 3 April 1997.

Is P952 VGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P952 VGP shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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