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Renault Megane

White · Diesel · 2013 · 1,461 cc

L8 SWRMOT history

L8 SWR is a white diesel Renault Megane first used on 18 Nov 2013. Its MOT is valid until 17 Jan 2027 and it has passed 10 of 15 MOT tests, with 160,487 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jan 2026.

L8 SWR white Renault Megane – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Renault Megane, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 17 Jan 2027
Mileage
160,487 mi
At MOT on 16 Jan 2026
MOT tests
15
10 passed · 5 failed
Per year
10,140 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 SWR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Renault
Model
Megane
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
18 Nov 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L8 SWR was last recorded at 160,487 miles on 16 Jan 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
160,487 miles · 14 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
10,140 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 160,487 miles
  • 2025 – 155,299 miles
  • 2024 – 148,214 miles
  • 2023 – 139,643 miles
  • 2022 – 132,183 miles
  • 2021 – 123,942 miles
  • 2020 – 114,469 miles
  • 2018 – 98,370 miles
  • 2017 – 82,193 miles
  • 2016 – 67,596 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,487 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth Worn On Edge (1.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025

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 Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

15 tests since 18 Nov 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,487 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    160,487 miles
    Test number
    717857486850
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth Worn On Edge (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail160,487 miles (+5,188)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,487 miles
    Test number
    942582040444
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth Worn On Edge (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass155,299 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    155,299 miles
    Test number
    637088693983
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail155,299 miles (+7,085)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,299 miles
    Test number
    197280904505
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass148,214 miles (+8,571)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    148,214 miles
    Test number
    292088526527
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Pass139,643 miles (+5)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    139,643 miles
    Test number
    163582406450
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Fail139,638 miles (+7,455)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,638 miles
    Test number
    429270266738
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  8. Pass132,183 miles (+8,241)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    132,183 miles
    Test number
    445528644365
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  9. Pass123,942 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    123,942 miles
    Test number
    913622406353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail123,926 miles (+9,457)1 dangerous1 major1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,926 miles
    Test number
    948298534075
    • DangerousRear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass114,469 miles (+16,099)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    114,469 miles
    Test number
    671399366589
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded and worn
    • AdvisoryWindscreen chipped

  12. Pass98,370 miles (+16,177)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    98,370 miles
    Test number
    173648711628
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass82,193 miles (+49)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    82,193 miles
    Test number
    538707478261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail82,144 miles (+14,548)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,144 miles
    Test number
    815958345196
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  15. Pass67,596 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    67,596 miles
    Test number
    786334062829
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryO/S front daytime running light not working

Questions about L8 SWR

Does L8 SWR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L8 SWR is valid until 17 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L8 SWR?
The MOT on L8 SWR is valid until 17 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L8 SWR done?
L8 SWR was recorded at 160,487 miles at its MOT on 16 Jan 2026, an average of 10,140 miles a year.
Has L8 SWR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 SWR has failed 5 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on L8 SWR 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 L8 SWR find?
L8 SWR passed its latest MOT on 16 Jan 2026 with 5 advisories: brake pedal wearing smooth worn on edge; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords, and 2 more.

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