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R754 FDA

1997 Renault Espace

Silver Diesel 2188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2011
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

166,111 mi
Last recorded166,111 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2010
Typical for 1997 Renault Espace123,679 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR754 FDA
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,188cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2010 166,111 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2010 166,111 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 11 Apr 2009 156,965 miles

All sub-frame bushs are worn and have slight movment at this point in time recommend replacing soon o/s/r one covered in oil and soft.

All suspension coil springs slightly corroded

Brake pads rattling on n/s/f

Cooling fan nosiey

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

Fog light lense slightly cracked

Front number plate damaged recommend replacing

Fuel pump damper missing

Indicator switch worn

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

O/S/F indicator and wing indicator dim

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Oil leak

Rad in poor shape

Slight play in steering rack + slightly noisey both sides.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 8 Apr 2009 156,947 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

All sub-frame bushs are worn and have slight movment at this point in time recommend replacing soon o/s/r one covered in oil and soft.

All suspension coil springs slightly corroded

Brake pads rattling on n/s/f

Cooling fan nosiey

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

Fog light lense slightly cracked

Front number plate damaged recommend replacing

Fuel pump damper missing

Indicator switch worn

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

O/S/F indicator and wing indicator dim

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Oil leak

Rad in poor shape

Slight play in steering rack + slightly noisey both sides.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 5 Jun 2008 155,036 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2008 155,036 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 5 Jul 2007 143,000 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2007 143,000 miles

Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 5 May 2006 134,736 miles

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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R754 FDA 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 55.6%.

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 R754 FDA, 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 R754 FDA registered?

R754 FDA is a 1997 Renault Espace, first registered on 28 October 1997.

Is R754 FDA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R754 FDA shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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