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TIL 3365

1997 Renault Espace

Blue Diesel 2188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2013
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

99,230 mi
Last recorded99,230 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2012
Typical for 1997 Renault Espace123,679 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTIL 3365
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,188cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2012 99,230 miles

near side front tyre worn on edges

play in off side steering rack

Fail 16 Oct 2012 99,228 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fuel tank insecure (7.2.1)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Rear registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

near side front tyre worn on edges

play in off side steering rack

Pass 4 Oct 2011 85,266 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2010 75,238 miles

Nearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

child seats fitted to nearside and offside rear, preventing inspection of seat belts

front crossmember/radiator support is corroded

Fail 4 Oct 2010 75,135 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

child seats fitted to nearside and offside rear, preventing inspection of seat belts

front crossmember/radiator support is corroded

Pass 14 Oct 2009 68,803 miles

child seats fitted to nearside and offside rear seats, preventing inspection of adult belt

slight leak from nearside inner drive shaft boot

Fail 14 Oct 2009 68,803 miles

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

child seats fitted to nearside and offside rear seats, preventing inspection of adult belt

slight leak from nearside inner drive shaft boot

Pass 18 Sep 2008 61,509 miles

Slight play in steering rack

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Fail 18 Sep 2008 61,509 miles

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Slight play in steering rack

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

Pass 19 Sep 2007 52,302 miles

Front brake discs slightly pitted and worn

Nearside rear brake back plate damp

Pass 13 Sep 2006 48,031 miles

front number plate deteriorated

Fail 12 Sep 2006 48,031 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

front number plate deteriorated

Pass 16 Sep 2005 44,466 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Fail 16 Sep 2005 44,466 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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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TIL 3365 is a 1997 Renault Espace in Blue with a 2,188cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1997 Renault Espace models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.3% with a typical mileage of 123,679 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 TIL 3365, 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 29 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 TIL 3365 registered?

TIL 3365 is a 1997 Renault Espace, first registered on 14 October 1997.

Is TIL 3365 safe to buy?

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