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V509 MCR

1999 Renault Espace

Blue Diesel 2188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2011
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

204,906 mi
Last recorded204,906 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2010
Typical for 1999 Renault Espace101,864 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV509 MCR
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,188cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Fail 8 Jan 2010 204,906 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

centre exh corroded

o/s/r tyre low

wear front disc

wet and slushy

Pass 8 Jan 2010 204,906 miles

centre exh corroded

o/s/r tyre low

wear front disc

wet and slushy

Fail 31 Dec 2009 204,722 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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 insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Both front anti roll bar drop links have slight free play.

Both lower ball joints have slight free play.

Both rear coil springs in rusty and poor condition.

Handbrake will need adjusting soon.

High level brake light only half working.

Nearside steering rack boot cracked and deteriorating.

Nearside track rod end has slight free play.

Offside front brake binding slightly.

Offside front seat belt fraying slightly.

Slight free play in steering rack.

Pass 20 Dec 2008 192,926 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2008 192,896 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Dec 2007 175,368 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

exhaust 2nd section leaking

exhaust started to corrode

front brake pads very thin

o/s/f fog light lense cracked

vehicle emitting some black smoke

Fail 10 Dec 2007 175,342 miles

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

exhaust 2nd section leaking

exhaust started to corrode

front brake pads very thin

o/s/f fog light lense cracked

vehicle emitting some black smoke

Pass 15 Dec 2006 149,889 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2005 131,638 miles

handbrake efficiency poor 18%

radiator in poor condition

slight exhaust leak middle section

vehicle emitting some black smoke

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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V509 MCR is a 1999 Renault Espace in Blue with a 2,188cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 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 V509 MCR, 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 V509 MCR registered?

V509 MCR is a 1999 Renault Espace, first registered on 11 November 1999.

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