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S287 SCA

1998 Renault Espace

Blue Diesel 2188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2008
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

156,987 mi
Last recorded156,987 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2007
Typical for 1998 Renault Espace110,776 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS287 SCA
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,188cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2007 156,987 miles

Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Spare tyre defective

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

n/s headlamp pattern blurred

Fail 29 Nov 2007 156,977 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Spare tyre defective

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

n/s headlamp pattern blurred

Pass 5 Dec 2006 146,028 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 138,122 miles

cat. converter and centre exhaust blowing slightly

o/s rear radius arm front bush has movement side to side

Fail 30 Mar 2006 138,122 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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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S287 SCA is a 1998 Renault Espace in Blue with a 2,188cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1998 Renault Espace models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.0% with a typical mileage of 110,776 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 S287 SCA, 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 28 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 S287 SCA registered?

S287 SCA is a 1998 Renault Espace, first registered on 7 August 1998.

Is S287 SCA safe to buy?

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