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Renault Espace

Grey · Diesel · 2003 · 1,870 cc

LX53 TSUMOT history

LX53 TSU is a grey diesel Renault Espace first used on 29 Oct 2003. Its MOT expired on 3 Sept 2023 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 120,619 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Aug 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Sept 2023
Mileage
120,619 mi
At MOT on 28 Aug 2022
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,742 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX53 TSU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Renault
Model
Espace
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,870 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
29 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
28 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX53 TSU was last recorded at 120,619 miles on 28 Aug 2022, 3,379 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,240 miles · 4 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
3,379 miles
Average per year
4,742 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 120,619 miles
  • 2021 – 117,240 miles
  • 2020 – 114,580 miles
  • 2019 – 109,689 miles
  • 2018 – 102,180 miles
  • 2017 – 97,972 miles
  • 2016 – 85,021 miles
  • 2015 – 80,505 miles
  • 2014 – 72,198 miles
  • 2013 – 60,556 miles
  • 2012 – 57,352 miles
  • 2011 – 56,325 miles
  • 2010 – 55,033 miles
  • 2009 – 53,051 miles
  • 2008 – 50,542 miles
  • 2007 – 46,802 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,619 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Front both front tyres low on inner edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Front tyre has nail in tread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Engine & under trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Slight play in both inner steering joints

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

21 tests since 2 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,619 miles (+3,379)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    120,619 miles
    Test number
    320599228958
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass117,240 miles (+2,660)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    117,240 miles
    Test number
    494746823704
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass114,580 miles (+4,891)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    114,580 miles
    Test number
    865340367303
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlight pattern poor
    • AdvisoryRear number plate deteriorated

  4. Pass109,689 miles (+7,509)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    109,689 miles
    Test number
    687184505345
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perished and cracking

  5. Pass102,180 miles (+4,208)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2019
    Odometer
    102,180 miles
    Test number
    908473724239
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  6. Pass97,972 miles (+12,951)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2018
    Odometer
    97,972 miles
    Test number
    260360490026
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre on 2mm

  7. Pass85,021 miles (+53)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2017
    Odometer
    85,021 miles
    Test number
    745640983415
    • AdvisoryFront both front tyres low on inner edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre has nail in tread
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine & under trays fitted
    • AdvisorySlight play in both inner steering joints
    • AdvisorySteering lock does not fully engage

  8. Fail84,968 miles (+4,463)1 dangerous5 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,968 miles
    Test number
    136700569984
    • DangerousOffside Rear Valve stem seriously misaligned (4.1.D.1e)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureHazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureStop lamp not working eye level (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront both front tyres low on inner edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre has nail in tread
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine & under trays fitted
    • AdvisorySlight play in both inner steering joints
    • AdvisorySteering lock does not fully engage

  9. Pass80,505 miles (+8,307)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    80,505 miles
    Test number
    205001025425
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  10. Pass72,198 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    72,198 miles
    Test number
    967834494006
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  11. Fail72,198 miles (+11,642)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,198 miles
    Test number
    318004494005
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Pass60,556 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    60,556 miles
    Test number
    515144183071
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOff side near side front tyres just legal
    • NoteOff side rear tyre worn

  13. Fail60,556 miles (+3,204)5 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,556 miles
    Test number
    699542383005
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureFront front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOff side near side front tyres just legal
    • NoteOff side rear tyre worn

  14. Pass57,352 miles (+1,027)3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    57,352 miles
    Test number
    219834672026
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass56,325 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    56,325 miles
    Test number
    218386871059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail56,325 miles (+1,292)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,325 miles
    Test number
    116436571446
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  17. Pass55,033 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    55,033 miles
    Test number
    951545980008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail55,033 miles (+1,982)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,033 miles
    Test number
    774615480019
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

  19. Pass53,051 miles (+2,509)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    53,051 miles
    Test number
    251621069022
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack

  20. Pass50,542 miles (+3,740)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    50,542 miles
    Test number
    820003838079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass46,802 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    46,802 miles
    Test number
    133013637074
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Questions about LX53 TSU

Does LX53 TSU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX53 TSU expired on 3 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX53 TSU?
The MOT on LX53 TSU expired on 3 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX53 TSU done?
LX53 TSU was recorded at 120,619 miles at its MOT on 28 Aug 2022, an average of 4,742 miles a year.
Has LX53 TSU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX53 TSU has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Apr 2016.
Has the mileage on LX53 TSU ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LX53 TSU find?
LX53 TSU passed its latest MOT on 28 Aug 2022 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 2 more.

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