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V97 MVY

1999 Renault Espace

Blue Diesel 2188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

257,874 mi
Last recorded257,874 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2006
Typical for 1999 Renault Espace101,864 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV97 MVY
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,188cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2006 257,874 miles

Engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

Oil leak

accident damage to front of vehicle

movement in nearside lower headlamp fixing.

Fail 10 Aug 2006 257,871 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)

Nearside Headlamp aim headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4b)

accident damage to front of vehicle

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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V97 MVY is a 1999 Renault Espace in Blue with a 2,188cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 V97 MVY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of V97 MVY?

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What year was V97 MVY registered?

V97 MVY is a 1999 Renault Espace, first registered on 30 November 1999.

Is V97 MVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for V97 MVY shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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