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FL08 XBF

2008 Renault Grand Espace

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jan 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

92,806 mi
Last recorded92,806 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Renault Grand Espace85,569 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL08 XBF
MakeRenault
ModelGrand Espace
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 92,806 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2024 86,053 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 Jan 2024 83,728 miles

Nearside Front Hydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

underside and components rather corroded

Fail 5 Jan 2024 83,728 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Hydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

underside and components rather corroded

Pass 22 Dec 2022 82,942 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2022 80,654 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jan 2021 76,515 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2020 72,457 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2019 68,171 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Jan 2018 64,656 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2016 59,675 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 55,747 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 51,948 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 48,372 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2012 44,109 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2011 36,902 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2011 36,902 miles

Centre Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 16 Dec 2010 23,055 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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FL08 XBF is a 2008 Renault Grand Espace in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FL08 XBF, 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.

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What year was FL08 XBF registered?

FL08 XBF is a 2008 Renault Grand Espace, first registered on 13 March 2008.

Is FL08 XBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL08 XBF shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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