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S738 UBU

1999 Renault Grand Espace

Blue Diesel 2188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

151,180 mi
Last recorded151,180 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2006
Typical for 1999 Renault Grand Espace105,538 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS738 UBU
MakeRenault
ModelGrand Espace
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,188cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 7 Jun 2006 151,180 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2006 151,180 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2005 110,148 miles

How Reliable is the Renault Grand Espace?

Based on 167,170 MOT tests across 12,195 vehicles.

66.7%
Pass Rate
7,518
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
12,195
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 9,269
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,240
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 4,803
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4,490
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,497
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S738 UBU is a 1999 Renault Grand Espace in Blue with a 2,188cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1999 Renault Grand Espace models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.5% with a typical mileage of 105,538 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Renault Grand Espace fails its MOT is track rod end ball joint has excessive play, accounting for 9,269 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S738 UBU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault Grand Espace typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 27 years old, this Renault Grand Espace is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S738 UBU registered?

S738 UBU is a 1999 Renault Grand Espace, first registered on 14 January 1999.

Is S738 UBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for S738 UBU shows 3 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.

Does S738 UBU have outstanding finance?

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