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R949 JGF

1997 Renault Espace

Blue Petrol 2165cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

117,408 mi
Last recorded117,408 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2011
Typical for 1997 Renault Espace123,679 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR949 JGF
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,165cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2011 117,408 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2011 117,376 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Upper Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

electric fan not working

engine has a missfire

spare tyre missing

very large crack os lower windsreen outside swept area (also has moved)

Pass 18 Nov 2009 110,213 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 107,900 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2007 104,965 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2007 104,965 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

o/s/r tyre cracking on side walls

Pass 2 Dec 2006 101,235 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2006 101,235 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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R949 JGF is a 1997 Renault Espace in Blue with a 2,165cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 R949 JGF, 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 R949 JGF registered?

R949 JGF is a 1997 Renault Espace, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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