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BV08 FVR

2008 Renault Grand Espace

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2019
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

185,193 mi
Last recorded185,193 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2018
Typical for 2008 Renault Grand Espace85,569 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV08 FVR
MakeRenault
ModelGrand Espace
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2018 185,193 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2018 185,193 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Stop lamp(s) not working all (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Dec 2017 166,721 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2016 140,921 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Dec 2015 118,048 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2015 118,048 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Dec 2014 94,684 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 8 Dec 2014 94,684 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 6 Dec 2013 74,947 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

w/screen chip

Pass 19 Dec 2012 50,031 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2012 50,031 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Aug 2011 35,865 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 8 Aug 2011 35,865 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Renault Grand Espace?

Based on 167,170 MOT tests across 12,195 vehicles.

66.7%
Pass Rate
7,518
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
12,195
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 9,269
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,240
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 4,803
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4,490
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,497
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BV08 FVR is a 2008 Renault Grand Espace in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2008 Renault Grand Espace models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 85,569 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 Grand Espace fails its MOT is track rod end ball joint has excessive play, accounting for 9,269 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BV08 FVR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault Grand Espace typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 18 years old, this Renault Grand Espace is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BV08 FVR registered?

BV08 FVR is a 2008 Renault Grand Espace, first registered on 6 May 2008.

Is BV08 FVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV08 FVR shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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