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S558 NCU

1998 Renault Espace

Maroon Diesel 2188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2009
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

188,025 mi
Last recorded188,025 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2008
Typical for 1998 Renault Espace110,776 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS558 NCU
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year1998
ColourMaroon
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,188cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2008 188,025 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2007 188,025 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

slight inbalance front brakes

Pass 5 Dec 2006 187,847 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2006 189,847 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

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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S558 NCU is a 1998 Renault Espace in Maroon with a 2,188cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 S558 NCU, 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

How do I check the history of S558 NCU?

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What year was S558 NCU registered?

S558 NCU is a 1998 Renault Espace, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S558 NCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for S558 NCU shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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