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R916 MJH

1997 Renault Espace

Red Diesel 2188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2016
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

131,898 mi
Last recorded131,898 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2015
Typical for 1997 Renault Espace123,679 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR916 MJH
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,188cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2015 131,898 miles

exh in poor condition

o/s lower arm bush worn

Pass 6 Dec 2013 131,898 miles

Oil leak

ex. tail pipe frayed

Centre Rear Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2012 131,901 miles

Offside Front Lower Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 17 Oct 2012 131,901 miles

Centre Front Lower Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Centre Rear Lower Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Lower rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Front Lower Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 11 Oct 2011 124,687 miles

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

n/s door mirror missing

n/s/f indicator lamp damaged

Fail 4 Oct 2011 124,660 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

n/s door mirror missing

n/s/f indicator lamp damaged

Pass 20 Sep 2010 113,858 miles

o/s/f fog light broken

o/s/r door handle broken

wear rear tyres

Fail 20 Sep 2010 113,858 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

o/s/f fog light broken

o/s/r door handle broken

wear rear tyres

Pass 9 Oct 2009 102,649 miles

Both front tyres wearing low on inner edges

Front brake discs worn and in poor condition

Fail 5 Oct 2009 102,649 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Both front tyres wearing low on inner edges

Front brake discs worn and in poor condition

Front brake pads very low (approx 2mm) and, ideally, should be replaced

Pass 16 Oct 2008 93,803 miles

Nearside rear tyre wearing low

Offside front brake binding slightly

Offside front brake disc in poor condition on inner face

Rear exhaust box cracked, blowing slightly and has been repaired with repair putty. Ideally this part of the exhaust should be replaced.

Fail 15 Oct 2008 93,791 miles

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

Nearside rear tyre wearing low

Offside front brake binding slightly

Offside front brake disc in poor condition on inner face

Rear exhaust box cracked, blowing slightly and has been repaired with repair putty. Ideally this part of the exhaust should be replaced.

Pass 12 Oct 2007 84,704 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Oct 2007 84,704 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2006 75,478 miles

front brake pads appear low

Fail 16 Oct 2006 75,478 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

front brake pads appear low

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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R916 MJH is a 1997 Renault Espace in Red with a 2,188cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 R916 MJH, 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 R916 MJH registered?

R916 MJH is a 1997 Renault Espace, first registered on 24 October 1997.

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