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P260 HBC

1998 Renault Espace

Silver Diesel 2188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2010
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

204,170 mi
Last recorded204,170 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2009
Typical for 1998 Renault Espace110,776 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP260 HBC
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,188cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2009 204,170 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2009 204,159 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

this vehicle should not be driven, engine drive belt loose

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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P260 HBC is a 1998 Renault Espace in Silver with a 2,188cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1998 Renault Espace models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.0% with a typical mileage of 110,776 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 P260 HBC, 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 28 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 P260 HBC registered?

P260 HBC is a 1998 Renault Espace, first registered on 31 January 1998.

Is P260 HBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P260 HBC 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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