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R290 VLN

1998 Renault Espace

Blue Diesel 2188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2012
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

96,283 mi
Last recorded96,283 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2011
Typical for 1998 Renault Espace110,776 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR290 VLN
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,188cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2011 96,283 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 93,012 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2010 93,102 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 22 Oct 2009 89,884 miles

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

Fail 21 Oct 2009 89,883 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 23 Jan 2009 86,417 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2008 81,355 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 74,279 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2006 67,456 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2006 67,456 miles

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

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

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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R290 VLN is a 1998 Renault Espace in Blue with a 2,188cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 R290 VLN, 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 R290 VLN registered?

R290 VLN is a 1998 Renault Espace, first registered on 5 January 1998.

Is R290 VLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R290 VLN shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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