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LV08 YJL

2008 Renault Espace

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

245,389 mi
Last recorded245,389 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Renault Espace88,044 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV08 YJL
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 245,389 miles

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

Nearside Rear handbrake efficiency low

Pass 21 Oct 2024 226,798 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Oct 2023 205,682 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2023 205,682 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Oct 2022 186,858 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 172,567 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 164,769 miles

both front tyres wearing low

front and rear pads wearing low

nearside front shock absorber leaking

Pass 17 Apr 2019 157,851 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre outer edge worn

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

Pass 20 Apr 2018 154,214 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 149,530 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 144,770 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 137,890 miles
Fail 18 May 2015 137,890 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2014 133,220 miles
Fail 7 May 2014 133,220 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 May 2013 127,686 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2012 120,757 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 109,666 miles

How Reliable is the Renault Espace?

Based on 469,246 MOT tests across 52,820 vehicles.

64.8%
Pass Rate
6,944
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
52,820
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 29,077
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 19,838
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 19,467
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 13,870
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 13,628
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LV08 YJL is a 2008 Renault Espace in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 Renault Espace models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 88,044 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Renault Espace fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 29,077 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LV08 YJL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault Espace typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 18 years old, this Renault Espace is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was LV08 YJL registered?

LV08 YJL is a 2008 Renault Espace, first registered on 8 May 2008.

Is LV08 YJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV08 YJL shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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