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V353 DRU

1999 Renault Espace

Green Diesel 2188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

154,015 mi
Last recorded154,015 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2013
Typical for 1999 Renault Espace101,864 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV353 DRU
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,188cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2013 154,015 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Pass 4 Dec 2012 140,407 miles

Fuel tank strap broken and held up with ratchet strap.

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 3 Dec 2012 140,406 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Fuel tank strap broken and held up with ratchet strap.

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Aug 2011 133,432 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2011 133,428 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 29 Oct 2009 132,650 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 30 Sep 2008 118,520 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 111,758 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Oct 2006 98,143 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2005 85,879 miles

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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V353 DRU is a 1999 Renault Espace in Green with a 2,188cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1999 Renault Espace models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.7% with a typical mileage of 101,864 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 V353 DRU, 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 27 years old, this Renault Espace is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was V353 DRU registered?

V353 DRU is a 1999 Renault Espace, first registered on 23 November 1999.

Is V353 DRU safe to buy?

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