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Renault Megane

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

Y233 PLAMOT history

Y233 PLA is a red petrol Renault Megane first used on 3 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 16 Feb 2027 and it has passed 19 of 34 MOT tests, with 122,163 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Feb 2026.

Y233 PLA red Renault Megane – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Renault Megane, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 16 Feb 2027
Mileage
122,163 mi
At MOT on 12 Feb 2026
MOT tests
34
19 passed · 15 failed
Per year
4,554 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y233 PLA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Renault
Model
Megane
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
3 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y233 PLA was last recorded at 122,163 miles on 12 Feb 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,163 miles · 10 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,554 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 122,163 miles
  • 2025 – 117,428 miles
  • 2024 – 113,940 miles
  • 2023 – 110,614 miles
  • 2022 – 106,052 miles
  • 2021 – 102,130 miles
  • 2020 – 99,797 miles
  • 2019 – 96,252 miles
  • 2018 – 92,171 miles
  • 2017 – 86,718 miles
  • 2016 – 81,572 miles
  • 2015 – 76,595 miles
  • 2014 – 71,938 miles
  • 2013 – 66,185 miles
  • 2012 – 61,448 miles
  • 2010 – 52,393 miles
  • 2009 – 45,555 miles
  • 2008 – 40,900 miles
  • 2007 – 35,953 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,163 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Air induction pipe broken

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Engine coolant leak!

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

34 tests since 9 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,163 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    122,163 miles
    Test number
    317040958511

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail122,163 miles (+4,735)1 dangerous4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,163 miles
    Test number
    946363956674
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure also has deep cut (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel fluid contamination\leak (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog lamp not working

  3. Pass117,428 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    117,428 miles
    Test number
    295061661550
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront oil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear crossbar corroded not affecting any structural issues, cosmetic

  4. Fail117,428 miles (+3,488)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,428 miles
    Test number
    432876958905
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp shorting out with indicator, operation (4.2.3 (c))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront oil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear crossbar corroded not affecting any structural issues, cosmetic

  5. Pass113,940 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    113,940 miles
    Test number
    617026360735

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail113,940 miles (+3,326)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,940 miles
    Test number
    573345390630
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

  7. Pass110,614 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    110,614 miles
    Test number
    294625142663
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  8. Fail110,613 miles (+4,561)1 major3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,613 miles
    Test number
    907354203632
    • MajorHorn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass106,052 miles (+3,922)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    106,052 miles
    Test number
    808499516174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass102,130 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    102,130 miles
    Test number
    691265774568
    • AdvisoryAir induction pipe broken
    • AdvisoryEngine coolant leak!
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  11. Fail102,130 miles (+2,333)1 dangerous4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,130 miles
    Test number
    947239661892
    • DangerousFuel pipe leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryAir induction pipe broken
    • AdvisoryEngine coolant leak!
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass99,797 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    99,797 miles
    Test number
    547076416316
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

  13. Fail99,797 miles (+3,545)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,797 miles
    Test number
    915428245215
    • MajorAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn nearside and offside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both front (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

  14. Pass96,252 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    96,252 miles
    Test number
    341886054430
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both nearside and offside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  15. Fail96,252 miles (+4,081)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,252 miles
    Test number
    113665667494
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both nearside and offside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  16. Pass92,171 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    92,171 miles
    Test number
    732733755554
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both nearside and offside front (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail92,170 miles (+5,452)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,170 miles
    Test number
    448283838420
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both front (8.2.3)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both nearside and offside front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine coolant is low

  18. Pass86,718 miles (+5,146)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    86,718 miles
    Test number
    124352275834
    • AdvisoryCentre brake light not working
    • AdvisoryEngine drive belt noisy
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear wiper torn

  19. Pass81,572 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    81,572 miles
    Test number
    327538555296
    • AdvisoryAlternator belt is noisy
    • AdvisoryRear wiperblade split

  20. Fail81,572 miles (+4,977)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,572 miles
    Test number
    268467955314
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both front (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryAlternator belt is noisy
    • AdvisoryRear wiperblade split

  21. Pass76,595 miles (+4,657)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    76,595 miles
    Test number
    249184515016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass71,938 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    71,938 miles
    Test number
    265601724067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail71,938 miles (+5,753)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,938 miles
    Test number
    639081924095
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

  24. Pass66,185 miles (+4,737)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    66,185 miles
    Test number
    829801853099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass61,448 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    61,448 miles
    Test number
    597043152079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail61,448 miles (+9,055)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,448 miles
    Test number
    338781552075
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  27. Pass52,393 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    52,393 miles
    Test number
    664395020281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail52,393 miles (+6,838)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,393 miles
    Test number
    843425020226
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  29. Pass45,555 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    45,555 miles
    Test number
    391291169005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail45,555 miles (+4,655)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,555 miles
    Test number
    641401169053
    • FailureFront constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NoteRear wiperblade split

  31. Pass40,900 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    40,900 miles
    Test number
    690828468016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail40,900 miles (+4,947)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,900 miles
    Test number
    922070068095
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  33. Pass35,953 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    35,953 miles
    Test number
    271798167060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail35,953 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,953 miles
    Test number
    830198067099
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Questions about Y233 PLA

Does Y233 PLA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y233 PLA is valid until 16 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y233 PLA?
The MOT on Y233 PLA is valid until 16 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y233 PLA done?
Y233 PLA was recorded at 122,163 miles at its MOT on 12 Feb 2026, an average of 4,554 miles a year.
Has Y233 PLA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y233 PLA has failed 15 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on Y233 PLA 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 Y233 PLA find?
Y233 PLA passed its latest MOT on 12 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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