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Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,149 cc

L55 JBEMOT history

L55 JBE is a black petrol Renault Twingo first used on 1 Oct 2008. Its MOT expired on 30 Aug 2025 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 95,953 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Aug 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Aug 2025
Mileage
95,953 mi
At MOT on 25 Aug 2025
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,320 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L55 JBE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Renault
Model
Twingo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,149 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
1 Oct 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
25 Aug 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

L55 JBE was last recorded at 95,953 miles on 25 Aug 2025, 53,496 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Aug 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 12 Sept 2012: 19,808 miles, lower than 21,880 miles on 22 Sept 2011.
  • 30 Aug 2024: 42,457 miles, lower than 88,029 miles on 29 Aug 2023.

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
42,457 miles · 30 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
53,496 miles
Average per year
5,320 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 95,953 miles
  • 2024 – 42,457 miles
  • 2023 – 88,029 miles
  • 2022 – 85,532 miles
  • 2021 – 85,508 miles
  • 2020 – 83,645 miles
  • 2019 – 81,037 miles
  • 2018 – 78,056 miles
  • 2017 – 65,075 miles
  • 2016 – 49,312 miles
  • 2015 – 38,663 miles
  • 2014 – 30,394 miles
  • 2012 – 19,808 miles
  • 2011 – 21,880 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail95,953 miles
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Indicator (4.5.4 (b))
  • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

22 tests since 22 Sept 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail95,953 miles (+53,496)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,953 miles
    Test number
    859602763545
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Indicator (4.5.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass42,457 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    42,457 miles
    Test number
    941393497896
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySubframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Fail42,457 miles (-45,572)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,457 miles
    Test number
    621193963800
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySubframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass88,029 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    88,029 miles
    Test number
    251929653918
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySubframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Fail88,029 miles (+2,497)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,029 miles
    Test number
    253402784595
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySubframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass85,532 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    85,532 miles
    Test number
    778134319830

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass85,508 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    85,508 miles
    Test number
    237769995319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail85,508 miles (+1,863)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,508 miles
    Test number
    466116781970
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorPosition lamp not working front both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect osf (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOsf top strut mount

  9. Pass83,645 miles (+2,608)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    83,645 miles
    Test number
    915560475002
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass81,037 miles (+2,981)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    81,037 miles
    Test number
    944545398920
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass78,056 miles (+12,981)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    78,056 miles
    Test number
    384228780318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass65,075 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    65,075 miles
    Test number
    412817678761

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail65,075 miles (+15,763)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,075 miles
    Test number
    748147449697
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever has excessive side play in the pivot and may disengage (3.1.4a)
    • FailureParking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivots or their associated mountings are insecure (3.1.4b)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  14. Pass49,312 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    49,312 miles
    Test number
    295262171906
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Fail49,312 miles (+10,649)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,312 miles
    Test number
    901846664336
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass38,663 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    38,663 miles
    Test number
    465834573388
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail38,663 miles (+8,269)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,663 miles
    Test number
    238178671937
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass30,394 miles (+332)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    30,394 miles
    Test number
    367223994252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass30,062 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    30,062 miles
    Test number
    526163674028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail30,062 miles (+10,254)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,062 miles
    Test number
    239861674059
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  21. Pass19,808 miles (-2,072)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    19,808 miles
    Test number
    235876652220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass21,880 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    21,880 miles
    Test number
    377575861296
    • NoteNearside drive shaft inner gaiter leaking at clip.

Questions about L55 JBE

Does L55 JBE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L55 JBE expired on 30 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L55 JBE?
The MOT on L55 JBE expired on 30 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L55 JBE done?
L55 JBE was recorded at 95,953 miles at its MOT on 25 Aug 2025, an average of 5,320 miles a year.
Has L55 JBE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L55 JBE has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on L55 JBE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 12 Sept 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L55 JBE find?
L55 JBE failed its latest MOT on 25 Aug 2025 with 6 major defects and 2 advisories: anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; offside front suspension arm ball joint excessively worn; offside rear rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp indicator, and 5 more.

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