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Renault Megane

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 1,390 cc

V42 GEYMOT history

V42 GEY is a blue petrol Renault Megane first used on 25 Feb 2000. Its MOT is valid until 6 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 156,572 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jun 2026.

V42 GEY blue Renault Megane – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Renault Megane, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 6 Jul 2027
Mileage
156,572 mi
At MOT on 29 Jun 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,799 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V42 GEY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Renault
Model
Megane
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
25 Feb 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V42 GEY was last recorded at 156,572 miles on 29 Jun 2026, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
156,562 miles · 24 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
5,799 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 156,572 miles
  • 2025 – 153,979 miles
  • 2024 – 150,424 miles
  • 2023 – 145,608 miles
  • 2022 – 142,751 miles
  • 2021 – 139,932 miles
  • 2020 – 135,911 miles
  • 2019 – 131,264 miles
  • 2018 – 124,891 miles
  • 2017 – 117,881 miles
  • 2016 – 112,172 miles
  • 2015 – 105,273 miles
  • 2014 – 98,722 miles
  • 2013 – 90,639 miles
  • 2012 – 84,722 miles
  • 2011 – 77,239 miles
  • 2010 – 72,579 miles
  • 2009 – 66,028 miles
  • 2008 – 58,107 miles
  • 2007 – 48,651 miles
  • 2006 – 40,265 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,572 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 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 Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2015

Full MOT history

26 tests since 9 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass156,572 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    156,572 miles
    Test number
    774069996072
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail156,562 miles (+2,583)2 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,562 miles
    Test number
    399751731393
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass153,979 miles (+3,555)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    153,979 miles
    Test number
    255713329274
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass150,424 miles (+4,816)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    150,424 miles
    Test number
    460215706751
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass145,608 miles (+2,857)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    145,608 miles
    Test number
    617384460153
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  6. Pass142,751 miles (+2,819)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    142,751 miles
    Test number
    716697769211
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass139,932 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    139,932 miles
    Test number
    699623950373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail139,932 miles (+4,021)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,932 miles
    Test number
    626419122508
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass135,911 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    135,911 miles
    Test number
    863511301581
    • AdvisoryReversing Light not working

  10. Fail135,911 miles (+4,647)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,911 miles
    Test number
    802578128667
    • Repaired at testExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • Repaired at testExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryReversing Light not working

  11. Pass131,264 miles (+6,373)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    131,264 miles
    Test number
    554301706238
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass124,891 miles (+7,010)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    124,891 miles
    Test number
    219593710586

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass117,881 miles (+5,709)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    117,881 miles
    Test number
    416582462194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass112,172 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    112,172 miles
    Test number
    669879667417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail112,172 miles (+6,899)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,172 miles
    Test number
    844186520732
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail105,273 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,273 miles
    Test number
    205729065132
    • Repaired at testExhaust has a major 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)

  17. Pass105,273 miles (+6,551)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    105,273 miles
    Test number
    228789965190
    • 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)

  18. Pass98,722 miles (+8,083)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    98,722 miles
    Test number
    328899764118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass90,639 miles (+5,917)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    90,639 miles
    Test number
    815152263113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass84,722 miles (+7,483)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    84,722 miles
    Test number
    336044162119
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass77,239 miles (+4,660)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    77,239 miles
    Test number
    737129051184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass72,579 miles (+6,551)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    72,579 miles
    Test number
    151010080194
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass66,028 miles (+7,921)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    66,028 miles
    Test number
    660478489176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass58,107 miles (+9,456)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    58,107 miles
    Test number
    632661778170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass48,651 miles (+8,386)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    48,651 miles
    Test number
    860475467179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass40,265 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    40,265 miles
    Test number
    823080666157
    • NoteExhaust tailpipe 1st skin corroding/not blowing-advise replacement soon

Questions about V42 GEY

Does V42 GEY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V42 GEY is valid until 6 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on V42 GEY?
The MOT on V42 GEY is valid until 6 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V42 GEY done?
V42 GEY was recorded at 156,572 miles at its MOT on 29 Jun 2026, an average of 5,799 miles a year.
Has V42 GEY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V42 GEY has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on V42 GEY 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 V42 GEY find?
V42 GEY passed its latest MOT on 29 Jun 2026 with 3 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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