2008 Renault Grand Espace 2.0L Diesel · NU08 RLV

The Renault Grand Espace currently holds no valid MOT pass, with the most recent test on 18 November 2024 resulting in a failure at 138,446 miles and no defects recorded. Prior to that, the 21 June 2024 attempt also failed at 138,228 miles with no listed defects. This pattern of consecutive failures without documented faults points to administrative or presentation issues at the test centre rather than a clear mechanical decline, yet the absence of a current roadworthy certificate leaves the vehicle legally off the road. The maintenance trend cannot be judged as stable or worsening on mechanical grounds from the record alone, as the DVSA entries show no advisories or reported component wear. The odometer sat at 130,611 miles on 2 June 2021 and rose to 131,973 miles by 14 July 2023, an increase of just 1,362 miles across over two years. By 21 June 2024 the car showed 138,228 miles, gaining 6,255 miles in eleven months, then 138,446 by November 2024. Average yearly use across its 18-year life is around 7,691 miles, but the record reveals a long stationary period followed by resumed normal driving. The sparse history, with the 2021, 2023 and 2024 entries carrying no defects or advisories, gives little insight into consumable condition such as tyres, brake discs or suspension bushes. A buyer must treat the twin 2024 failures as a red flag requiring the original refusal notices, since the system shows no defects to explain them. Present the vehicle for a fresh test only after confirming identity, lighting, emissions and structural integrity meet standards. Given the age and 138,446 miles, inspect front coil springs, track-rod ends, subframe corrosion and rear brake calipers for binding, as these commonly escape undocumented MOT lines on high-mileage Renaults. Without advisory data we cannot confirm previous owners addressed minor wear proactively. The low recorded mileage between 2021 and 2023 suggests the car stood unused, raising the risk of seized suspension joints or flat-spotted tyres. Verify service receipts and carry out a physical underside inspection before any purchase.