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V526 FCJ

1999 Renault Espace

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2010
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

250,865 mi
Last recorded250,865 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2009
Typical for 1999 Renault Espace101,864 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV526 FCJ
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2009 250,865 miles

Offside Front Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Oil leak

Fail 14 Oct 2009 250,865 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Oil leak

Pass 17 Oct 2008 246,712 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 99,636 miles

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

o/s/r brake pipe corroded near joint onto flexi hose

Pass 16 Oct 2006 93,931 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2006 93,931 miles

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 22 Oct 2005 88,185 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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V526 FCJ is a 1999 Renault Espace in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 V526 FCJ, 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 V526 FCJ registered?

V526 FCJ is a 1999 Renault Espace, first registered on 15 October 1999.

Is V526 FCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for V526 FCJ shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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