2016 Renault Kadjar 1.2L Petrol · DU66 AXD
2016 Renault Kadjar (1.2L, petrol). First registered 05 Sept 2016. Recorded mileage 76,679 miles. MOT valid until 03 Sept 2027.
- Make & Model
- RENAULT KADJAR
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Shrewsbury
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 03 Sept 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 76,679 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
DU66 AXD Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/09/2026
- 76,679 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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Known faults for Renault Kadjar
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
DU66 AXD Mileage History
- 27/08/202471,337 mi
- 04/09/202574,231 mi+2,894 mi
- 04/09/202574,231 mi
- 29/08/202676,669 mi+2,438 mi
- 02/09/202676,679 mi+10 mi
Average of roughly 2,652 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
DU66 AXD MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Renault Kadjar (DU66 AXD) between August 2024 and September 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 02 September 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (7 issues), Suspension (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt wish bone balljoin”; “Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt i”; “Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”.
Common Problems: RENAULT KADJAR
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- 1.2 TCe Oil Consumption (H5F Engine)(Serious)
The early 1.2 TCe engine can burn oil heavily and, if neglected, suffer compression loss or major engine damage. This was a significant issue for early Kadjars before the 1.3 TCe engine was introduced.
- EDC Gearbox Shudder and Hesitation(Serious)
The dual-clutch automatic can feel hesitant, jerky, or shudder at low speed, particularly in UK stop-start traffic. It may require software updates or expensive hardware repairs.
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- 1.2 TCe Oil Consumption (H5F Engine)Serious
The early 1.2 TCe engine can burn oil heavily and, if neglected, suffer compression loss or major engine damage. This was a significant issue for early Kadjars before the 1.3 TCe engine was introduced.
- EDC Gearbox Shudder and HesitationSerious
The dual-clutch automatic can feel hesitant, jerky, or shudder at low speed, particularly in UK stop-start traffic. It may require software updates or expensive hardware repairs.
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