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R511 WBK

1997 Renault Espace

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

133,533 mi
Last recorded133,533 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2011
Typical for 1997 Renault Espace123,679 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR511 WBK
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2011 133,533 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 19 Jan 2010 126,383 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2010 126,383 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2009 116,044 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2009 116,044 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Centre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 28 Jan 2008 107,266 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 97,514 miles

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

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

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

two rear seats not fitted at time of test

Pass 17 Jan 2006 88,328 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

spare tyre defective

Fail 17 Jan 2006 88,328 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

spare tyre defective

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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R511 WBK is a 1997 Renault Espace in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R511 WBK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R511 WBK?

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What year was R511 WBK registered?

R511 WBK is a 1997 Renault Espace, first registered on 8 December 1997.

Is R511 WBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R511 WBK shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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