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P983 MBK

1997 Renault Espace

Gold Diesel 2068cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

164,991 mi
Last recorded164,991 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2007
Typical for 1997 Renault Espace123,679 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP983 MBK
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year1997
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,068cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2007 164,991 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2007 164,991 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Aug 2006 158,943 miles

Offside Front 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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P983 MBK is a 1997 Renault Espace in Gold with a 2,068cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 P983 MBK, 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 P983 MBK registered?

P983 MBK is a 1997 Renault Espace, first registered on 14 February 1997.

Is P983 MBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for P983 MBK shows 3 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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