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R479 LGF

1997 Renault Espace

Green Diesel 2188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

277,605 mi
Last recorded277,605 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2015
Typical for 1997 Renault Espace123,679 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR479 LGF
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,188cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2015 277,605 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

radiator support bar corroded

Pass 14 Jan 2014 268,477 miles

front tyres are wearing on the inner edges

o/s handbrake not as good as n/s

Pass 9 Jan 2013 255,388 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2012 204,522 miles

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

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

Oil leak

center rear seat belt not fitted

Pass 12 Jan 2011 226,332 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2010 212,112 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 May 2009 197,451 miles
Fail 5 May 2009 197,448 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 28 Nov 2008 197,441 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

emisions test not carried out due to excessive water leak, may cause damage to engine.

offside front tyre worn on edges.

play in offside steering rack end. [close to limit]

slight play in nearside steering rack end.

Pass 6 Dec 2007 180,846 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2007 180,846 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2006 157,887 miles

Coolant leak

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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R479 LGF is a 1997 Renault Espace in Green with a 2,188cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 R479 LGF, 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 R479 LGF registered?

R479 LGF is a 1997 Renault Espace, first registered on 29 November 1997.

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