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R228 OPE

1997 Renault Espace

Red Petrol 2849cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2011
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

52,649 mi
Last recorded52,649 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2010
Typical for 1997 Renault Espace123,679 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR228 OPE
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,849cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2010 52,649 miles

Electrical wiring damaged/contaminated

Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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

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

Front bumper insecure

o/s/f fuel fitter hose deteriorated

Fail 5 Feb 2010 52,649 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Electrical wiring damaged/contaminated

Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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

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

Front bumper insecure

o/s/f fuel fitter hose deteriorated

Pass 28 Jan 2009 49,223 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2008 44,839 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 39,591 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2006 39,590 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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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R228 OPE is a 1997 Renault Espace in Red with a 2,849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 R228 OPE, 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 R228 OPE registered?

R228 OPE is a 1997 Renault Espace, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R228 OPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R228 OPE shows 6 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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