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R227 AJA

1997 Renault Espace

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2010
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

78,793 mi
Last recorded78,793 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2009
Typical for 1997 Renault Espace123,679 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR227 AJA
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2009 78,793 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2008 78,793 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Apr 2007 75,511 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2007 75,511 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2006 67,634 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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R227 AJA is a 1997 Renault Espace in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol 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 R227 AJA, 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 R227 AJA registered?

R227 AJA is a 1997 Renault Espace, first registered on 3 December 1997.

Is R227 AJA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R227 AJA shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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