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R415 UOW

1997 Renault Espace

Silver Diesel 2188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2011
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

230,435 mi
Last recorded230,435 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2010
Typical for 1997 Renault Espace123,679 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR415 UOW
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,188cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2010 230,435 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2010 230,315 miles

Centre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

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

front numb er plate cracked

Pass 30 Oct 2009 223,139 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Oil leak

all rear seats have been removed,unable to check seat belts completely.

offside front inner suspension bush oil soaked.

sill covers fitted,not allowing full view of all component areas.

Fail 29 Oct 2009 223,139 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)

Coolant leak

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Oil leak

all rear seats have been removed,unable to check seat belts completely.

offside front inner suspension bush oil soaked.

sill covers fitted,not allowing full view of all component areas.

Pass 23 Jun 2008 192,931 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 23 Jun 2008 192,931 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 25 Aug 2007 173,073 miles

see original vt32

Fail 21 Aug 2007 173,073 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

bonnet safety catch seized

both handbrake cables chaffed through outer caseings

cam belt and fan belt soaked in oil / diesel

engine oil leak

exhaust heavily corroded and clamp broken

fan belt loose

no rear seats in vehicle

o/s/f suspension bushes going soft due to oil / diesel contamination

possible slight fuel leak on fuel tank

rear wiper not clearing screen

slight impeadence on rear lights

Fail 23 Aug 2006 144,718 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Unable to check rear seat belts where rear seats have been removed

Pass 23 Aug 2006 144,718 miles

Unable to check rear seat belts where rear seats have been removed

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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R415 UOW is a 1997 Renault Espace in Silver with a 2,188cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 R415 UOW, 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 R415 UOW registered?

R415 UOW is a 1997 Renault Espace, first registered on 16 September 1997.

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