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S314 MBV

1998 Renault Espace

Silver Diesel 2188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2009
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

129,816 mi
Last recorded129,816 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2008
Typical for 1998 Renault Espace110,776 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS314 MBV
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,188cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2008 129,816 miles

front fog lamp lens broken

Pass 14 Nov 2007 119,106 miles

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

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

all rear seats removed,rear seatbelts not checked fully

n/s and o/s front brake discs coroded

o/s/f fog lamp glass broken

o/s/r light lens cracked

Fail 14 Nov 2007 119,106 miles

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

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

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

all rear seats removed,rear seatbelts not checked fully

n/s and o/s front brake discs coroded

o/s/f fog lamp glass broken

o/s/r light lens cracked

Pass 16 Nov 2006 109,369 miles

nearside front spot lamp inop

offside front spot lamp lens broken

offside rear light lens cracked

radiator leaking

rocker cover leaking

Fail 15 Nov 2006 109,369 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

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

nearside front fog lamp lens broken

offside front fog lamp inop

offside rear light lens cracked

radiator leaking

rear wiper missing

rocker cover leaking

Pass 9 Nov 2005 99,991 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2005 99,989 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

n/s & o/s rear seats removed seatbelts not checked

non obligatory lamp insecure/defective

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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S314 MBV is a 1998 Renault Espace in Silver with a 2,188cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 S314 MBV, 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.

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What year was S314 MBV registered?

S314 MBV is a 1998 Renault Espace, first registered on 24 September 1998.

Is S314 MBV safe to buy?

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