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GF08 SPU

2008 Renault Laguna

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

98,915 mi
Last recorded98,915 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Renault Laguna85,145 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF08 SPU
MakeRenault
ModelLaguna
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2026 98,915 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 4 Feb 2026 98,915 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jan 2025 92,547 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2024 85,723 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 31 Jan 2024 85,723 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2023 75,532 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2023 75,532 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Oct 2021 75,019 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and rear discs are pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Oct 2020 75,454 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2020 75,454 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Apr 2019 73,086 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and outer tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Aug 2016 71,354 miles
Fail 16 May 2016 69,328 miles

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 May 2015 58,264 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 52,989 miles
Fail 23 May 2014 52,989 miles

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

Fail 7 May 2013 43,508 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 7 May 2013 43,508 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 1 May 2012 36,102 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 29,084 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

both rear tyre treads low

rear brake pads low

Fail 13 Jun 2011 28,812 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

both rear tyre treads low

rear brake pads low

How Reliable is the Renault Laguna?

Based on 2,783,232 MOT tests across 305,477 vehicles.

64.6%
Pass Rate
7,170
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
305,477
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 187,578
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 169,011
constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing 113,854
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 101,973
position lamp(s) not working 80,232
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GF08 SPU is a 2008 Renault Laguna in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

Across all 2008 Renault Laguna models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 85,145 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 Laguna fails its MOT is track rod end ball joint has excessive play, accounting for 187,578 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GF08 SPU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault Laguna typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 18 years old, this Renault Laguna is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GF08 SPU registered?

GF08 SPU is a 2008 Renault Laguna, first registered on 13 May 2008.

Is GF08 SPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF08 SPU shows 21 tests with a 61.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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