2011 Renault Grand Espace 2.0L Diesel · LL11 OAJ

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, showing a consistent maintenance trend over the last three years. The most recent inspection conducted in January 2025 at 147,466 miles resulted in no recorded defects, indicating that the vehicle currently meets minimum safety and emissions standards. While a failure occurred in late January 2024 at 145,710 miles, the subsequent re-test pass just one week later suggests the owner promptly addressed and rectified the identified issue rather than neglecting the vehicle. The mileage accumulation is remarkably consistent for a fifteen-year-old MPV, averaging approximately 10,000 miles per annum. Between January 2022 and January 2023, the vehicle covered 6,294 miles, followed by a steady usage pattern that avoids the risks associated with long periods of standing. The interval of 1,627 miles recorded between the January 2024 and January 2025 tests shows the car remains driven regularly, which generally helps keep seals and lubricated components in good working order by preventing excessive corrosion. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on high-wear areas typical of high-mileage French vehicles of this era. Although the records show no recurring advisories, the age of the Grand Espace places strain on suspension bushes, control arm balls, and coil springs which often degrade at this mileage. Inspect the underside for structural corrosion on the sills and subframe mounting points, as the MOT only checks for significant structural weakness and may not detect surface rust before it reaches a critical threshold. Given the mileage, verify the condition of the brake discs and check for any fluid leaks from the drivetrain to ensure the vehicle remains as reliable as the paperwork history suggests.