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R636 YCL

1997 Renault Espace

Blue Diesel 2188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2010
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

155,412 mi
Last recorded155,412 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2009
Typical for 1997 Renault Espace123,679 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR636 YCL
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,188cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2009 155,412 miles

1.front brake discs slightly pitted

Fail 15 Jul 2009 155,398 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

1.front brake discs slightly pitted

Pass 3 Sep 2007 149,194 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2007 149,174 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

no rear seats fitted at time of test

Pass 12 Jul 2006 146,175 miles

Offside front tyre becomming worn on outer edge.

Steering column top bearing/bush becomming worn.

Unable to test offside rear and nearside rear most seatbelts as seats have been removed.

Fail 5 Jul 2006 146,175 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

o/s/f tyre becomming low on outter edges

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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R636 YCL is a 1997 Renault Espace in Blue with a 2,188cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 R636 YCL, 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

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What year was R636 YCL registered?

R636 YCL is a 1997 Renault Espace, first registered on 7 August 1997.

Is R636 YCL safe to buy?

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