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Renault Safrane

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,435 cc

V38 ELCMOT history

V38 ELC is a blue petrol Renault Safrane first used on 1 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 6 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 223,124 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Sept 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Oct 2026
Mileage
223,124 mi
At MOT on 6 Sept 2026
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
6,254 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V38 ELC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Renault
Model
Safrane
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,435 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
6 Sept 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

V38 ELC was last recorded at 223,124 miles on 6 Sept 2026, 2,582 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
220,542 miles · 13 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
2,582 miles
Average per year
6,254 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 223,124 miles
  • 2025 – 220,542 miles
  • 2024 – 212,528 miles
  • 2023 – 207,019 miles
  • 2022 – 199,969 miles
  • 2021 – 193,739 miles
  • 2020 – 189,530 miles
  • 2019 – 184,142 miles
  • 2018 – 178,390 miles
  • 2017 – 171,960 miles
  • 2016 – 164,160 miles
  • 2015 – 157,115 miles
  • 2014 – 149,836 miles
  • 2013 – 142,735 miles
  • 2012 – 134,667 miles
  • 2011 – 126,344 miles
  • 2010 – 117,606 miles
  • 2009 – 110,055 miles
  • 2008 – 103,344 miles
  • 2007 – 100,272 miles
  • 2006 – 96,281 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail223,124 miles
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Excessive smoke (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
  • MajorNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Underbody has surface corrosion but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

32 tests since 26 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail223,124 miles (+2,582)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    223,124 miles
    Test number
    540598121513
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Excessive smoke (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass220,542 miles (+8,014)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    220,542 miles
    Test number
    516129773553
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySide covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnderbody surface corrosion

  3. Pass212,528 miles (+113)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    212,528 miles
    Test number
    405095921575
    • AdvisoryUnderbody has surface corrosion but not considered excessive

  4. Fail212,415 miles (+5,396)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,415 miles
    Test number
    409842083367
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody has surface corrosion but not considered excessive

  5. Pass207,019 miles (+63)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    207,019 miles
    Test number
    160127698954
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Fail206,956 miles (+6,987)5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,956 miles
    Test number
    376937780130
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Rear subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear All position lamps slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

  7. Pass199,969 miles (+11)4 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    199,969 miles
    Test number
    112866688149
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail199,958 miles (+6,219)2 major4 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,958 miles
    Test number
    212017459911
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  9. Pass193,739 miles (+4,209)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    193,739 miles
    Test number
    128667320973
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass189,530 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    189,530 miles
    Test number
    755906186180
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Fail189,523 miles (+5,381)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,523 miles
    Test number
    583859556248
    • MajorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  12. Pass184,142 miles (+5,752)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    184,142 miles
    Test number
    834505388048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass178,390 miles (+127)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    178,390 miles
    Test number
    940178367137
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes, corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front, worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Fail178,263 miles (+6,303)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,263 miles
    Test number
    853897614049
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component insecurely attached Constant velocity gaiter (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering component casing not properly attached Rack gaiter (2.1.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes, corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front, worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass171,960 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    171,960 miles
    Test number
    227009525446
    • AdvisoryNearside Oil leak above inner drive shaft
    • AdvisoryRear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail171,960 miles (+294)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,960 miles
    Test number
    519271578470
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Oil leak above inner drive shaft
    • AdvisoryRear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Fail171,666 miles (+7,506)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,666 miles
    Test number
    405220903278
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Sill (marked yellow) (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Both rear tyres cracked and perished

  18. Pass164,160 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    164,160 miles
    Test number
    179819787614
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil on min

  19. Fail164,160 miles (+7,045)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,160 miles
    Test number
    201885456809
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to brake hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil on min

  20. Pass157,115 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    157,115 miles
    Test number
    164891346925
    • AdvisoryBoth front discs have slight pitting to inner face
    • AdvisoryBoth inner rack joints have slight play
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perishing and wearing on outer edge

  21. Fail157,115 miles (+7,279)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,115 miles
    Test number
    686450095807
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front discs have slight pitting to inner face
    • AdvisoryBoth inner rack joints have slight play
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perishing and wearing on outer edge

  22. Pass149,836 miles (+7,101)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    149,836 miles
    Test number
    855679544203
    • NoteAll tyres are wearing edges
    • NoteBoth inner racks have slight play

  23. Pass142,735 miles (+615)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    142,735 miles
    Test number
    438194153260
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  24. Fail142,120 miles (+7,453)4 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,120 miles
    Test number
    806190553258
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNearside inner rack has slight play

  25. Pass134,667 miles (+8,323)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    134,667 miles
    Test number
    645777042233
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass126,344 miles (+8,738)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    126,344 miles
    Test number
    157538541274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass117,606 miles (+7,551)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    117,606 miles
    Test number
    234584740263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass110,055 miles (+6,711)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    110,055 miles
    Test number
    353297049260
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteFront reg plate slight faded

  29. Pass103,344 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    103,344 miles
    Test number
    303039848448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail103,344 miles (+3,072)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,344 miles
    Test number
    591159848291
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  31. Pass100,272 miles (+3,991)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2008
    Odometer
    100,272 miles
    Test number
    270540757498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass96,281 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2007
    Odometer
    96,281 miles
    Test number
    661636246107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V38 ELC

Does V38 ELC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V38 ELC expired on 6 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V38 ELC?
The MOT on V38 ELC expired on 6 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V38 ELC done?
V38 ELC was recorded at 223,124 miles at its MOT on 6 Sept 2026, an average of 6,254 miles a year.
Has V38 ELC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V38 ELC has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on V38 ELC 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 V38 ELC find?
V38 ELC failed its latest MOT on 6 Sept 2026 with 4 major defects: emissions unable to be completed excessive smoke; exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration; nearside rear inner integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced, and 1 more.

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