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Renault Megane

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

V688 GCFMOT history

V688 GCF is a red petrol Renault Megane first used on 6 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 29 Nov 2025 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 75,833 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Nov 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Nov 2025
Mileage
75,833 mi
At MOT on 26 Nov 2024
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,260 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V688 GCF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Renault
Model
Megane
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
6 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
26 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

V688 GCF was last recorded at 75,833 miles on 26 Nov 2024, 2,340 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
73,493 miles · 30 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
2,340 miles
Average per year
2,260 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 75,833 miles
  • 2023 – 73,493 miles
  • 2022 – 71,019 miles
  • 2021 – 68,632 miles
  • 2020 – 66,159 miles
  • 2019 – 61,488 miles
  • 2018 – 58,212 miles
  • 2017 – 54,262 miles
  • 2016 – 51,933 miles
  • 2015 – 49,748 miles
  • 2014 – 46,492 miles
  • 2013 – 44,085 miles
  • 2012 – 43,392 miles
  • 2011 – 42,489 miles
  • 2010 – 40,688 miles
  • 2009 – 38,792 miles
  • 2008 – 36,912 miles
  • 2007 – 36,640 miles
  • 2006 – 34,893 miles
  • 2005 – 32,480 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,833 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryAll steering and suspension components have surface corrosion
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill surface corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear cover support corroded

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 Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

Full MOT history

25 tests since 21 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,833 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    75,833 miles
    Test number
    258172796621
    • AdvisoryAll steering and suspension components have surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill surface corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear cover support corroded

  2. Fail75,833 miles (+2,340)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,833 miles
    Test number
    766212527172
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryAll steering and suspension components have surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill surface corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear cover support corroded

  3. Pass73,493 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    73,493 miles
    Test number
    405757766933
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear anti vibration bar corroding

  4. Fail73,492 miles (+2,473)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,492 miles
    Test number
    771232490474
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear anti vibration bar corroding

  5. Pass71,019 miles (+2,387)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    71,019 miles
    Test number
    426598003337
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass68,632 miles (+2,473)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    68,632 miles
    Test number
    829570327432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass66,159 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    66,159 miles
    Test number
    256096640653

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail66,159 miles (+4,671)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,159 miles
    Test number
    280654405310
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass61,488 miles (+3,276)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    61,488 miles
    Test number
    287372733473
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass58,212 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2019
    Odometer
    58,212 miles
    Test number
    653342392698
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Fail58,212 miles (+3,950)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,212 miles
    Test number
    933641946720
    • Repaired at testDirection indicators incorrect colour BOTH REAR (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass54,262 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2018
    Odometer
    54,262 miles
    Test number
    223453460384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail54,262 miles (+2,329)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,262 miles
    Test number
    929332302395
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  14. Pass51,933 miles (+2,185)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2017
    Odometer
    51,933 miles
    Test number
    947355886922
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  15. Pass49,748 miles (+3,256)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2016
    Odometer
    49,748 miles
    Test number
    456108425155
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  16. Pass46,492 miles (+2,407)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2015
    Odometer
    46,492 miles
    Test number
    696176024122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass44,085 miles (+693)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    44,085 miles
    Test number
    255402793032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass43,392 miles (+903)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    43,392 miles
    Test number
    397468682052
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  19. Pass42,489 miles (+1,801)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    42,489 miles
    Test number
    155829381428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass40,688 miles (+1,896)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    40,688 miles
    Test number
    133210350002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass38,792 miles (+1,880)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    38,792 miles
    Test number
    914280059015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass36,912 miles (+272)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    36,912 miles
    Test number
    471612138027
    • 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)

  23. Pass36,640 miles (+1,747)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    36,640 miles
    Test number
    483851687217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass34,893 miles (+2,413)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    34,893 miles
    Test number
    353230286200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass32,480 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    32,480 miles
    Test number
    904364565228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V688 GCF

Does V688 GCF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V688 GCF expired on 29 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V688 GCF?
The MOT on V688 GCF expired on 29 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V688 GCF done?
V688 GCF was recorded at 75,833 miles at its MOT on 26 Nov 2024, an average of 2,260 miles a year.
Has V688 GCF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V688 GCF has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on V688 GCF 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 V688 GCF find?
V688 GCF passed its latest MOT on 26 Nov 2024 with 7 advisories: all steering and suspension components have surface corrosion; central front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 4 more.

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