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R581 CGH

1997 Renault Espace

Grey Diesel 2188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2013
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

147,935 mi
Last recorded147,935 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2012
Typical for 1997 Renault Espace123,679 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR581 CGH
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,188cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Fail 30 Jan 2012 147,935 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 30 Jan 2012 147,935 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2011 134,153 miles

boot lid struts do not support boot lid

front and rear number plate starting to deteriorate

front discs corroded

front pads low

n/s/f wiper blade rubber split

Fail 18 Jan 2011 134,153 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

boot lid struts do not support boot lid

front and rear number plate starting to deteriorate

front discs corroded

front pads low

n/s/f wiper blade rubber split

Pass 1 Feb 2010 124,221 miles

front number plate starting to deteriorate

o/s/r seat not fitted at time of test

rear number plate starting to deteriorate

Fail 29 Jan 2010 124,221 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

front number plate starting to deteriorate

o/s/r seat not fitted at time of test

rear number plate starting to deteriorate

Pass 7 Nov 2008 114,074 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 106,855 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 99,933 miles

only three rear seats fitted one with child seat [belt not checked]

Fail 11 Oct 2006 99,933 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

only three rear seats fitted one with child seat [belt not checked]

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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R581 CGH is a 1997 Renault Espace in Grey with a 2,188cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 R581 CGH, 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 R581 CGH registered?

R581 CGH is a 1997 Renault Espace, first registered on 15 August 1997.

Is R581 CGH safe to buy?

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