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R283 NUF

1998 Renault Espace

Blue Petrol 2963cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

173,047 mi
Last recorded173,047 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2014
Typical for 1998 Renault Espace110,776 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR283 NUF
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,963cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2014 173,047 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2014 173,047 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 25 Jan 2013 168,442 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2013 168,433 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Offside Rear Direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Pass 20 Jan 2012 164,919 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2012 164,914 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Jan 2011 161,275 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 159,136 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 153,281 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2008 144,198 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 134,084 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2007 134,084 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Mar 2006 116,685 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2006 116,259 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2) DANGEROUS

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

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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R283 NUF is a 1998 Renault Espace in Blue with a 2,963cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 R283 NUF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R283 NUF registered?

R283 NUF is a 1998 Renault Espace, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R283 NUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R283 NUF shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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