1992 RENAULT ESPACE2.0L PETROL

The most recent MOT entry dates back to 16 October 2006, meaning the vehicle has held no recorded test for nearly twenty years as of today’s date in 2026. That test ended in a failure at 121,319 miles, with multiple mechanical and structural defects, and there is no subsequent pass recorded to confirm those issues were rectified. The maintenance trend is therefore unknown and effectively unresolved. Without a more recent MOT history, the roadworthiness status cannot be verified beyond the point of that 2006 failure. The mileage progression suggests very light use over a long period. Between the 2005 pass at 117,313 miles and the 2006 failure at 121,319 miles, only around 4,000 miles were covered in roughly a year, consistent with the overall low annual average of about 3,568 miles. However, the absence of any MOT records after 2006 raises questions about whether the vehicle has been used regularly, kept off the road, or simply not tested. The mileage itself is low for a 1992 Renault Espace, but that does not automatically imply low wear, especially if the vehicle has stood idle for extended periods. A buyer should treat the 2006 failure list as a baseline inspection checklist. The tester flagged a leaking lower fuel hose, a major exhaust leak, a split front constant velocity joint gaiter, a leaking power steering pump, and a weakened brake cable with broken wires. These are not minor cosmetic issues. Fuel and brake system defects point to potential safety-critical deterioration, while the exhaust and steering faults suggest prolonged neglect. The insecure driver’s seat and incorrectly positioned headlamps further indicate that basic checks were not being carried out. Beyond the recorded advisories, a hands-on inspection must focus on structural corrosion and suspension wear typical of a thirty-four-year-old MPV. Check the subframes, sills, and wheel arches for advanced corrosion, as well as suspension bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers for age-related deterioration. Brake discs, calipers, and flexible hoses should be examined for corrosion and binding, given the previous brake cable failure. The fuel system, power steering, and exhaust need close scrutiny for leaks and perished hoses. Without a recent MOT, the vehicle should not be considered roadworthy until a full inspection and fresh test are completed.