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Renault Espace

Red · Diesel · 1994 · 2,068 cc

L52 DLJMOT history

L52 DLJ is a red diesel Renault Espace first used on 25 Feb 1994. Its MOT is valid until 30 Oct 2027 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 299,121 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Oct 2027
Mileage
299,121 mi
At MOT on 23 Oct 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,927 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L52 DLJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Renault
Model
Espace
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,068 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
25 Feb 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L52 DLJ was last recorded at 299,121 miles on 23 Oct 2026, 8,410 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Oct 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 22 Feb 2008: 15,455 miles, lower than 146,220 miles on 16 Feb 2007.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
290,711 miles · 20 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
8,410 miles
Average per year
7,927 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 299,121 miles
  • 2025 – 290,711 miles
  • 2024 – 282,401 miles
  • 2023 – 280,937 miles
  • 2022 – 273,907 miles
  • 2021 – 265,760 miles
  • 2020 – 260,927 miles
  • 2019 – 241,062 miles
  • 2017 – 228,720 miles
  • 2016 – 213,902 miles
  • 2015 – 195,687 miles
  • 2014 – 184,234 miles
  • 2013 – 182,236 miles
  • 2012 – 180,545 miles
  • 2011 – 174,564 miles
  • 2010 – 168,230 miles
  • 2009 – 160,407 miles
  • 2008 – 15,455 miles
  • 2007 – 146,220 miles
  • 2006 – 134,890 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass299,121 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2019

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Oil leak

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

Full MOT history

27 tests since 3 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass299,121 miles (+8,410)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    299,121 miles
    Test number
    318056272143
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass290,711 miles (+8,310)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    290,711 miles
    Test number
    957600840096
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass282,401 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    282,401 miles
    Test number
    697697773630
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail282,397 miles (+1,460)1 major1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    282,397 miles
    Test number
    981002567389
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass280,937 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    280,937 miles
    Test number
    970630615779
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Fail280,937 miles (+7,030)2 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    280,937 miles
    Test number
    459237138819
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass273,907 miles (+8,147)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    273,907 miles
    Test number
    179354444063
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass265,760 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    265,760 miles
    Test number
    778345073198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail265,760 miles (+4,833)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    265,760 miles
    Test number
    251656895050
    • Repaired at testDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

  10. Pass260,927 miles1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    260,927 miles
    Test number
    681298634649
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryThe reverse light is not working
    • AdvisoryThe towbar is corroding

  11. Fail260,927 miles (+19,865)1 dangerous1 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    260,927 miles
    Test number
    516313496776
    • DangerousBrake load sensing valve inoperative and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryThe battery light is on
    • AdvisoryThe reverse light is not working
    • AdvisoryThe towbar is corroding

  12. Pass241,062 miles (+31)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    241,062 miles
    Test number
    625953129149
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll Rear Seats Removed At Time Of Test
    • AdvisoryCorrosion To All Suspension Components Not Yet Excessive
    • AdvisoryNo Reverse Lights
    • AdvisoryO S F Chassis And Inner Sill Surface Corrosion
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTow Bar Corroded

  13. Fail241,031 miles (+12,311)2 dangerous6 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    241,031 miles
    Test number
    500918636178
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorFuel tank insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll Rear Seats Removed At Time Of Test
    • AdvisoryCorrosion To All Suspension Components Not Yet Excessive
    • AdvisoryNo Reverse Lights
    • AdvisoryO S F Chassis And Inner Sill Surface Corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTow Bar Corroded

  14. Pass228,720 miles (+677)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2018
    Odometer
    228,720 miles
    Test number
    445182127950
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Fail228,043 miles (+14,141)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    228,043 miles
    Test number
    696012607045
    • FailureNearside Front Ball joint has excessive play Rack arm (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play Rack arm (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass213,902 miles (+1,872)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    213,902 miles
    Test number
    332228592804
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Fail212,030 miles (+16,343)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,030 miles
    Test number
    659890247093
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking rack (2.3.3b)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  18. Pass195,687 miles (+11,453)7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2016
    Odometer
    195,687 miles
    Test number
    645632555162
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  19. Pass184,234 miles (+1,998)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    184,234 miles
    Test number
    786469254065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass182,236 miles (+1,691)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    182,236 miles
    Test number
    459847663013
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

  21. Pass180,545 miles (+5,981)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    180,545 miles
    Test number
    707856072064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass174,564 miles (+6,334)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    174,564 miles
    Test number
    238280851098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass168,230 miles (+7,823)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    168,230 miles
    Test number
    892980650041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass160,407 miles (+144,952)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    160,407 miles
    Test number
    910601259023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass15,455 miles (-130,765)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    15,455 miles
    Test number
    801803858092
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass146,220 miles (+11,330)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    146,220 miles
    Test number
    981217447041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass134,890 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    134,890 miles
    Test number
    690914636035
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Questions about L52 DLJ

Does L52 DLJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L52 DLJ is valid until 30 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L52 DLJ?
The MOT on L52 DLJ is valid until 30 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L52 DLJ done?
L52 DLJ was recorded at 299,121 miles at its MOT on 23 Oct 2026, an average of 7,927 miles a year.
Has L52 DLJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L52 DLJ has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on L52 DLJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 22 Feb 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L52 DLJ find?
L52 DLJ passed its latest MOT on 23 Oct 2026 with 3 advisories: offside front upper suspension arm ball joint has slight play; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; oil leak, but not excessive.

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