2004 Renault Grand Espace 2.0L Lpg · DS04 WBZ

The vehicle currently holds a valid roadworthiness status having passed its most recent inspection in September 2024 at 197,799 miles. While the latest result is clean, the overall maintenance trend shows a pattern of reactive repairs rather than preventative upkeep. The history reveals multiple failures across 2023 and 2024, indicating that mechanical or structural issues were only addressed when necessitated by a test failure, suggesting the previous owners may have deferred maintenance until required to keep the vehicle legal. At 22 years old, the recorded mileage of 197,799 miles represents an average of approximately 9,000 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage patterns for a large MPV. The data shows a consistent interval of use, with 3,685 miles covered between July 2023 and September 2024. However, the significant gap between the February 2023 failure and the July 2023 pass suggests the vehicle may have sat stationary for several months, which often leads to the degradation of rubber-based components and corrosion of brake assemblies. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the structural integrity of the chassis, particularly looking for corrosion in the sills and suspension mounting points common to this generation of Renault. Given the history of failures prior to passes, specific attention should be paid to the suspension bushes and coil springs for signs of excessive wear or fatigue. The high mileage also increases the risk on the drivetrain and braking system, necessitating a check for fluid leaks and the condition of the brake discs to ensure the recent MOT pass was not masking underlying mechanical wear.