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Renault Megane

Orange · Petrol · 2010 · 1,598 cc

R16 ELFMOT history

R16 ELF is an orange petrol Renault Megane first used on 30 Dec 2010. Its MOT is valid until 14 May 2027 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 67,172 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 May 2026.

R16 ELF orange Renault Megane – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Renault Megane, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 14 May 2027
Mileage
67,172 mi
At MOT on 1 May 2026
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,200 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R16 ELF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Renault
Model
Megane
Colour
Orange
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
30 Dec 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 May 2027
Latest MOT test
1 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R16 ELF was last recorded at 67,172 miles on 1 May 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Apr 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 15 Apr 2024: 63,219 miles, lower than 69,001 miles on 4 May 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
67,172 miles · 30 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,200 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 67,172 miles
  • 2025 – 64,290 miles
  • 2024 – 63,219 miles
  • 2023 – 69,001 miles
  • 2022 – 56,429 miles
  • 2021 – 54,434 miles
  • 2020 – 52,627 miles
  • 2019 – 49,688 miles
  • 2018 – 46,921 miles
  • 2017 – 44,096 miles
  • 2016 – 43,608 miles
  • 2015 – 42,060 miles
  • 2014 – 38,345 miles
  • 2013 – 27,610 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass67,172 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced axle mounting bracket (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Both rear shocks corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear rear axle mounts heavily corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

20 tests since 20 Dec 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass67,172 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2027
    Odometer
    67,172 miles
    Test number
    167158537065
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced axle mounting bracket (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail67,172 miles (+2,882)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,172 miles
    Test number
    589374064990
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorStop lamp(s) not working both sides (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced axle mounting bracket (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass64,290 miles (+1,071)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2026
    Odometer
    64,290 miles
    Test number
    344216148140
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  4. Pass63,219 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2025
    Odometer
    63,219 miles
    Test number
    403962212997
    • AdvisoryRear Both rear shocks corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear rear axle mounts heavily corroded

  5. Fail63,219 miles (-5,782)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,219 miles
    Test number
    986238883263
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Both rear shocks corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear rear axle mounts heavily corroded

  6. Pass69,001 miles (+8,100)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2024
    Odometer
    69,001 miles
    Test number
    382081258948
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail60,901 miles (+4,472)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,901 miles
    Test number
    553848354676
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass56,429 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2023
    Odometer
    56,429 miles
    Test number
    775564497040
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  9. Fail56,429 miles (+1,995)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,429 miles
    Test number
    366119388108
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  10. Pass54,434 miles (+1,807)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2022
    Odometer
    54,434 miles
    Test number
    287407898720
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass52,627 miles (+2,939)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2021
    Odometer
    52,627 miles
    Test number
    519722422936

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass49,688 miles (+2,767)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2020
    Odometer
    49,688 miles
    Test number
    215089381047
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass46,921 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2019
    Odometer
    46,921 miles
    Test number
    534250392807

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail46,915 miles (+2,819)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,915 miles
    Test number
    444683566462
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  15. Pass44,096 miles (+488)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2018
    Odometer
    44,096 miles
    Test number
    237180786318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass43,608 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    43,608 miles
    Test number
    303998397784
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail43,608 miles (+1,548)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,608 miles
    Test number
    532689037483
    • Repaired at testNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass42,060 miles (+3,715)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    42,060 miles
    Test number
    279927759324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass38,345 miles (+10,735)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    38,345 miles
    Test number
    105826954316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass27,610 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    27,610 miles
    Test number
    455094453487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R16 ELF

Does R16 ELF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R16 ELF is valid until 14 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on R16 ELF?
The MOT on R16 ELF is valid until 14 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R16 ELF done?
R16 ELF was recorded at 67,172 miles at its MOT on 1 May 2026, an average of 3,200 miles a year.
Has R16 ELF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R16 ELF has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on R16 ELF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 15 Apr 2024. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on R16 ELF find?
R16 ELF passed its latest MOT on 1 May 2026 with 3 advisories: front macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both sides; offside rear service brake binding but not excessively; offside rear suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced axle mounting bracket.

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