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R239 CGY

1997 Renault Espace

White Diesel 2188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2007
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

218,174 mi
Last recorded218,174 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2006
Typical for 1997 Renault Espace123,679 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR239 CGY
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,188cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Fail 21 Dec 2006 218,174 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

advise slight movment in both track rod ends

Pass 21 Dec 2006 218,174 miles

advise slight movment in both track rod ends

Pass 21 Oct 2005 197,210 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2005 197,197 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

Centre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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R239 CGY is a 1997 Renault Espace in White with a 2,188cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 R239 CGY, 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 R239 CGY registered?

R239 CGY is a 1997 Renault Espace, first registered on 21 August 1997.

Is R239 CGY safe to buy?

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