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R258 YPX

1998 Renault Espace

Green Petrol 2963cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2014
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

94,656 mi
Last recorded94,656 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2013
Typical for 1998 Renault Espace110,776 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR258 YPX
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,963cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2013 94,656 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front discs corroded and worn

Front pads worn

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 9 Apr 2013 94,622 miles

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front discs corroded and worn

Front pads worn

Incorrect size rim fitted to O/S/R

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 19 Apr 2012 90,133 miles

dampness around offside rear brake caliper/brake pad

nearside front coil spring fractured at lower extreme end

offside front tyre tread depth 1.6mm

Pass 4 May 2011 84,532 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Apr 2011 84,482 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2010 77,730 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2010 77,730 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 22 Apr 2009 71,038 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 65,369 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2007 57,327 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 20 Apr 2007 57,327 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 51,292 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2006 51,292 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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R258 YPX is a 1998 Renault Espace in Green with a 2,963cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 1998 Renault Espace models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.0% with a typical mileage of 110,776 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 R258 YPX, 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 28 years old, this Renault Espace is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R258 YPX registered?

R258 YPX is a 1998 Renault Espace, first registered on 9 June 1998.

Is R258 YPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R258 YPX shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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