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FM57 VYA

2008 Renault Grand Espace

Green Diesel 2188cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

89,139 mi
Last recorded89,139 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Renault Grand Espace85,569 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM57 VYA
MakeRenault
ModelGrand Espace
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,188cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 89,139 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2025 86,691 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Feb 2024 82,600 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 20 Feb 2024 82,600 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Feb 2023 78,639 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 24 Feb 2023 78,639 miles

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 25 Feb 2022 74,305 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached mounting damaged (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2021 70,451 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 67,241 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 7 Jan 2020 783,726 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 8 Jan 2019 62,060 miles

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

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

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

Fail 8 Jan 2019 62,060 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

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

Pass 13 Dec 2017 54,852 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2017 48,957 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2017 48,957 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 21 Dec 2015 44,184 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2015 41,460 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 9 Jan 2015 41,460 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2013 37,634 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2013 37,634 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 24 Jan 2013 34,517 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2012 31,481 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 30,005 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 20,168 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 20,137 miles

o/s/f/ tyre just on legal limits suggest replace

Fail 10 Mar 2009 20,137 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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FM57 VYA is a 2008 Renault Grand Espace in Green with a 2,188cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 FM57 VYA, 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 FM57 VYA registered?

FM57 VYA is a 2008 Renault Grand Espace, first registered on 9 January 2008.

Is FM57 VYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM57 VYA shows 26 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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