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R612 KUM

1997 Renault Espace

Silver Diesel 2188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2011
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

197,718 mi
Last recorded197,718 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2010
Typical for 1997 Renault Espace123,679 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR612 KUM
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,188cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2010 197,718 miles

Coolant leak

radiator poor cond

radiator support corroded

Fail 5 Oct 2010 197,711 miles

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

Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) fouling other parts of the vehicle (2.3.2)

Pass 6 Oct 2009 188,673 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2008 177,126 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 168,276 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2006 158,002 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2006 158,002 miles

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

Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Sep 2005 149,451 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2005 149,381 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside 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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R612 KUM is a 1997 Renault Espace in Silver with a 2,188cc diesel 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 R612 KUM, 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 R612 KUM registered?

R612 KUM is a 1997 Renault Espace, first registered on 22 October 1997.

Is R612 KUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R612 KUM 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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