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YL16 FJF

2016 Renault Megane

White Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

40,827 mi
Last recorded40,827 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 Renault Megane49,370 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL16 FJF
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 40,827 miles
Pass 22 May 2025 38,747 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 22 May 2025 38,745 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Jun 2024 35,695 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2024 35,693 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2023 32,055 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

zero emissions

Pass 10 Jun 2022 28,466 miles

Nearside Front mud flap loose

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2021 26,064 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2020 23,352 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 17,651 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

How Reliable is the Renault Megane?

Based on 7,306,346 MOT tests across 596,780 vehicles.

67.3%
Pass Rate
6,443
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
596,780
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 358,622
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 210,535
Registration plate lamp not working 191,357
position lamp(s) not working 180,297
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 159,959
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YL16 FJF is a 2016 Renault Megane in White with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2016 Renault Megane models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 49,370 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Renault Megane fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 358,622 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YL16 FJF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault Megane typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 10 years old, this Renault Megane is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YL16 FJF registered?

YL16 FJF is a 2016 Renault Megane, first registered on 15 June 2016.

Is YL16 FJF safe to buy?

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