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R989 AAR

1997 Renault Espace

Silver Diesel 2188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

128,739 mi
Last recorded128,739 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2009
Typical for 1997 Renault Espace123,679 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR989 AAR
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,188cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2009 128,739 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

front brake pad wiring broken

gear knob insecure

offside B pillar trim missing

overheating

Fail 2 Apr 2009 128,515 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

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

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

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

slight free play in front steering rack

Fail 17 Apr 2008 120,001 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 17 Apr 2008 120,001 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 110,154 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 100,321 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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R989 AAR is a 1997 Renault Espace in Silver with a 2,188cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 R989 AAR, 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 R989 AAR registered?

R989 AAR is a 1997 Renault Espace, first registered on 7 October 1997.

Is R989 AAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R989 AAR shows 6 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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