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Renault Megane

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 1,461 cc

L5 COMMOT history

L5 COM is a black diesel Renault Megane first used on 31 Jul 2006. Its MOT is valid until 12 Jul 2027 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 96,861 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jun 2026.

L5 COM black Renault Megane – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Renault Megane, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 12 Jul 2027
Mileage
96,861 mi
At MOT on 24 Jun 2026
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,899 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 COM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Renault
Model
Megane
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
31 Jul 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 COM was last recorded at 96,861 miles on 24 Jun 2026, 4,095 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,766 miles · 26 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
4,095 miles
Average per year
4,899 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 96,861 miles
  • 2025 – 92,766 miles
  • 2024 – 90,213 miles
  • 2023 – 87,669 miles
  • 2022 – 85,389 miles
  • 2021 – 83,985 miles
  • 2020 – 82,045 miles
  • 2019 – 75,758 miles
  • 2018 – 69,481 miles
  • 2017 – 59,527 miles
  • 2016 – 48,724 miles
  • 2015 – 41,883 miles
  • 2014 – 31,781 miles
  • 2013 – 24,759 miles
  • 2012 – 21,219 miles
  • 2011 – 17,856 miles
  • 2010 – 16,271 miles
  • 2009 – 13,965 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,861 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

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.

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

28 tests since 23 Jul 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,861 miles (+4,095)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    96,861 miles
    Test number
    923928028311
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  2. Pass92,766 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    92,766 miles
    Test number
    985166897007
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail92,766 miles (+2,553)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,766 miles
    Test number
    372719340824
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass90,213 miles (+2,544)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    90,213 miles
    Test number
    650498976402
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass87,669 miles (+2,280)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    87,669 miles
    Test number
    793528332570
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass85,389 miles (+1,404)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    85,389 miles
    Test number
    612457488522
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

  7. Pass83,985 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    83,985 miles
    Test number
    952673181659
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail83,985 miles (+1,940)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,985 miles
    Test number
    507568527995
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass82,045 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    82,045 miles
    Test number
    774391333819
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  10. Fail82,041 miles (+6,283)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,041 miles
    Test number
    200629357079
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  11. Pass75,758 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    75,758 miles
    Test number
    350702889369
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Outer casings heavily corroded (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Fail75,758 miles (+6,277)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,758 miles
    Test number
    730740605767
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Outer casings heavily corroded (5.3.2 (b))

  13. Pass69,481 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    69,481 miles
    Test number
    405134217425
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

  14. Fail69,479 miles (+9,952)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,479 miles
    Test number
    639696873407
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

  15. Pass59,527 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    59,527 miles
    Test number
    481840986134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail59,522 miles (+10,798)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,522 miles
    Test number
    195746491064
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass48,724 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    48,724 miles
    Test number
    976824615482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail48,720 miles (+6,837)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,720 miles
    Test number
    172962351004
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

  19. Pass41,883 miles (+10,102)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    41,883 miles
    Test number
    948754305201
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass31,781 miles (+7,022)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    31,781 miles
    Test number
    359399204259
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  21. Pass24,759 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    24,759 miles
    Test number
    808632113246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail24,759 miles (+3,540)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,759 miles
    Test number
    655332413231
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  23. Pass21,219 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    21,219 miles
    Test number
    128369202270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail21,219 miles (+3,363)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,219 miles
    Test number
    218299702268
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  25. Pass17,856 miles (+1,585)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    17,856 miles
    Test number
    605350801204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass16,271 miles (+2,306)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    16,271 miles
    Test number
    762371910299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass13,965 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    13,965 miles
    Test number
    344394509472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail13,964 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,964 miles
    Test number
    554224309260
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about L5 COM

Does L5 COM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L5 COM is valid until 12 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L5 COM?
The MOT on L5 COM is valid until 12 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L5 COM done?
L5 COM was recorded at 96,861 miles at its MOT on 24 Jun 2026, an average of 4,899 miles a year.
Has L5 COM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 COM has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on L5 COM 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 L5 COM find?
L5 COM passed its latest MOT on 24 Jun 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play.

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