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R226 YCR

1997 Renault Espace

Silver Petrol 2963cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

134,420 mi
Last recorded134,420 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2010
Typical for 1997 Renault Espace123,679 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR226 YCR
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,963cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2010 134,420 miles

OFFSIDE NEARSIDE REAR TYRES WORN ON INNER EDGE EXHAUST DOWN PIPE BLOWING NOT AFFECTING EMISSIONS OIL LEAK BOTH FRONT FOG LAMPS DAMAGED

Fail 15 Jul 2010 134,405 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

OFFSIDE NEARSIDE REAR TYRES WORN ON INNER EDGE EXHAUST DOWN PIPE BLOWING NOT AFFECTING EMISSIONS OIL LEAK BOTH FRONT FOG LAMPS DAMAGED

Pass 15 Jun 2009 129,864 miles

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

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

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

front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 19 Jun 2008 121,590 miles

Dampness around nearside rear brake caliper - but no obvious leaks

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front brake pads look low

Heat sheild on catalytic converter loose

Pass 15 Jun 2007 111,998 miles

No rear seats fitted at time of test

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 Jun 2006 100,300 miles

Both wiper blades torn on edges

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

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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R226 YCR is a 1997 Renault Espace in Silver with a 2,963cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R226 YCR, 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 R226 YCR registered?

R226 YCR is a 1997 Renault Espace, first registered on 25 November 1997.

Is R226 YCR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R226 YCR shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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