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Renault Megane

Yellow · Petrol · 2000 · 1,598 cc

X443 VHJMOT history

X443 VHJ is a yellow petrol Renault Megane first used on 1 Nov 2000. Its MOT expired on 2 Dec 2025 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 190,520 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Nov 2024.

X443 VHJ yellow Renault Megane – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Renault Megane, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 2 Dec 2025
Mileage
190,520 mi
At MOT on 26 Nov 2024
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,583 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X443 VHJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Renault
Model
Megane
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
1 Nov 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
26 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

X443 VHJ was last recorded at 190,520 miles on 26 Nov 2024, 2,041 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
188,479 miles · 29 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
2,041 miles
Average per year
8,583 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 190,520 miles
  • 2023 – 188,479 miles
  • 2022 – 181,473 miles
  • 2021 – 172,693 miles
  • 2020 – 159,970 miles
  • 2019 – 144,452 miles
  • 2018 – 129,639 miles
  • 2017 – 122,898 miles
  • 2016 – 109,998 miles
  • 2015 – 83,855 miles
  • 2014 – 68,371 miles
  • 2013 – 63,451 miles
  • 2012 – 60,306 miles
  • 2011 – 56,903 miles
  • 2010 – 53,451 miles
  • 2009 – 49,915 miles
  • 2008 – 44,849 miles
  • 2007 – 41,861 miles
  • 2006 – 35,052 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass190,520 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

26 tests since 16 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass190,520 miles (+2,041)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    190,520 miles
    Test number
    440372136068
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass188,479 miles (+9)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    188,479 miles
    Test number
    119698427043
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail188,470 miles (+6,997)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,470 miles
    Test number
    964452602642
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass181,473 miles (+8,780)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    181,473 miles
    Test number
    661310490839

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass172,693 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    172,693 miles
    Test number
    591222171257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail172,692 miles (+12,722)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,692 miles
    Test number
    918701844411
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass159,970 miles (+15,518)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    159,970 miles
    Test number
    947296569704
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass144,452 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    144,452 miles
    Test number
    748340192565
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension stay bar badly corroded.

  9. Fail144,452 miles (+303)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,452 miles
    Test number
    556924299320
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension stay bar badly corroded.

  10. Fail144,149 miles (+14,510)4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,149 miles
    Test number
    589250402564
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear enforcement bar corroded

  11. Pass129,639 miles (+6,741)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    129,639 miles
    Test number
    591740167686
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases and centre part is deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNon structural beam at rear of car is corroded

  12. Pass122,898 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    122,898 miles
    Test number
    795771795489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail122,895 miles (+12,897)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,895 miles
    Test number
    786647543169
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  14. Pass109,998 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    109,998 miles
    Test number
    734335122051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail109,998 miles (+26,143)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,998 miles
    Test number
    235531052172
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  16. Pass83,855 miles (+15,484)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    83,855 miles
    Test number
    651561143037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass68,371 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    68,371 miles
    Test number
    327563394248
    • NoteExhaust corroding

  18. Fail68,371 miles (+4,920)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,371 miles
    Test number
    536773494280
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteExhaust corroding

  19. Pass63,451 miles (+3,145)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    63,451 miles
    Test number
    945215993225
    • NoteWet conditions

  20. Pass60,306 miles (+3,403)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    60,306 miles
    Test number
    257861392205
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass56,903 miles (+3,452)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    56,903 miles
    Test number
    829045981213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass53,451 miles (+3,536)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    53,451 miles
    Test number
    424272690240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass49,915 miles (+5,066)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    49,915 miles
    Test number
    390484799410
    • NoteRear lateral bar rusting

  24. Pass44,849 miles (+2,988)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    44,849 miles
    Test number
    394986998472
    • NoteWiper blades worn

  25. Pass41,861 miles (+6,809)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    41,861 miles
    Test number
    771075497261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass35,052 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    35,052 miles
    Test number
    503669086227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X443 VHJ

Does X443 VHJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X443 VHJ expired on 2 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X443 VHJ?
The MOT on X443 VHJ expired on 2 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X443 VHJ done?
X443 VHJ was recorded at 190,520 miles at its MOT on 26 Nov 2024, an average of 8,583 miles a year.
Has X443 VHJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X443 VHJ has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on X443 VHJ 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 X443 VHJ find?
X443 VHJ passed its latest MOT on 26 Nov 2024 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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