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Renault Megane

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

Y881 HWCMOT history

Y881 HWC is a red petrol Renault Megane first used on 31 Jul 2001. Its MOT is valid until 21 Feb 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 86,205 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Feb 2026.

Y881 HWC red Renault Megane – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Renault Megane, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 21 Feb 2027
Mileage
86,205 mi
At MOT on 16 Feb 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,512 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y881 HWC
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
31 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y881 HWC was last recorded at 86,205 miles on 16 Feb 2026, 1,921 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,284 miles · 11 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
1,921 miles
Average per year
2,512 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 86,205 miles
  • 2025 – 84,284 miles
  • 2024 – 81,826 miles
  • 2023 – 78,073 miles
  • 2022 – 74,825 miles
  • 2021 – 71,888 miles
  • 2020 – 68,347 miles
  • 2019 – 66,259 miles
  • 2016 – 66,208 miles
  • 2015 – 63,183 miles
  • 2014 – 60,770 miles
  • 2013 – 58,738 miles
  • 2011 – 57,237 miles
  • 2010 – 55,104 miles
  • 2009 – 50,290 miles
  • 2008 – 45,890 miles
  • 2007 – 41,558 miles
  • 2005 – 35,332 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,205 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisorySlight gearbox oil leak
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 5 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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

25 tests since 15 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass86,205 miles (+1,921)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    86,205 miles
    Test number
    249179834814
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight gearbox oil leak
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  2. Pass84,284 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    84,284 miles
    Test number
    939221088901
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  3. Fail84,284 miles (+2,458)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,284 miles
    Test number
    830731477402
    • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  4. Pass81,826 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    81,826 miles
    Test number
    836757843379
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  5. Fail81,625 miles (+3,552)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,625 miles
    Test number
    957229080374
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  6. Pass78,073 miles (+3,248)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    78,073 miles
    Test number
    709654851762
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryGearbox oil leak
  7. Pass74,825 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    74,825 miles
    Test number
    674705297948
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  8. Fail74,825 miles (+2,937)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,825 miles
    Test number
    580735354611
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  9. Pass71,888 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    71,888 miles
    Test number
    380421038522
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  10. Fail71,888 miles (+3,541)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,888 miles
    Test number
    529931523849
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  11. Pass68,347 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    68,347 miles
    Test number
    251492069804
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (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))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  12. Fail68,347 miles (+2,088)2 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,347 miles
    Test number
    144147428267
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake valve leaking such that brake functionality is affected (1.1.7 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake valve leaking such that brake functionality is affected (1.1.7 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  13. Pass66,259 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    66,259 miles
    Test number
    749784557558
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  14. Fail66,259 miles (+51)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,259 miles
    Test number
    792048321372
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  15. Pass66,208 miles (+3,025)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    66,208 miles
    Test number
    349667093731

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass63,183 miles (+2,413)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    63,183 miles
    Test number
    695018605280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass60,770 miles (+2,032)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    60,770 miles
    Test number
    365329204448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass58,738 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    58,738 miles
    Test number
    629339973003
    • NoteAdvise front wiper blades have gone hard and a bit harsh across the screen
  19. Fail58,738 miles (+1,501)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,738 miles
    Test number
    785168373080
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureHazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)
    • NoteAdvise front wiper blades have gone hard and a bit harsh across the screen
  20. Pass57,237 miles (+2,133)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2012
    Odometer
    57,237 miles
    Test number
    608063621181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass55,104 miles (+4,814)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2011
    Odometer
    55,104 miles
    Test number
    704269440156
    • 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)
  22. Pass50,290 miles (+4,400)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2010
    Odometer
    50,290 miles
    Test number
    644757749180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass45,890 miles (+4,332)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2009
    Odometer
    45,890 miles
    Test number
    831270358115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass41,558 miles (+6,226)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    41,558 miles
    Test number
    683146187015
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
  25. Pass35,332 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    35,332 miles
    Test number
    463489715434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y881 HWC

Does Y881 HWC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y881 HWC is valid until 21 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y881 HWC?
The MOT on Y881 HWC is valid until 21 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y881 HWC done?
Y881 HWC was recorded at 86,205 miles at its MOT on 16 Feb 2026, an average of 2,512 miles a year.
Has Y881 HWC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y881 HWC has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on Y881 HWC 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 Y881 HWC find?
Y881 HWC passed its latest MOT on 16 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; slight gearbox oil leak; vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security.

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