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S912 JRM

1998 Renault Grand Espace

Blue Diesel 2188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

212,899 mi
Last recorded212,899 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2013
Typical for 1998 Renault Grand Espace120,692 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS912 JRM
MakeRenault
ModelGrand Espace
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,188cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2013 212,899 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

front cross member corroded(lower radiator mountings missing)

Fail 25 Oct 2013 212,899 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

front cross member corroded(lower radiator mountings missing)

Pass 2 Nov 2012 198,145 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 185,198 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 27 Oct 2011 185,198 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Oct 2010 171,164 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 155,300 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2009 155,300 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 21 Aug 2008 142,920 miles

Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Aug 2007 132,791 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 124,933 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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S912 JRM is a 1998 Renault Grand Espace in Blue with a 2,188cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1998 Renault Grand Espace models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.2% with a typical mileage of 120,692 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 S912 JRM, 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 28 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 S912 JRM registered?

S912 JRM is a 1998 Renault Grand Espace, first registered on 8 September 1998.

Is S912 JRM safe to buy?

The MOT history for S912 JRM shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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