2016 Renault Kadjar 1.5L Diesel · FT16 EFY
2016 Renault Kadjar (1.5L, diesel). First registered 26 Aug 2016. Recorded mileage 71,885 miles. MOT expired on 26 Aug 2026.
- Make & Model
- RENAULT KADJAR
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Lincoln
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 26 Aug 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 71,885 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
FT16 EFY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 27/08/2025
- 71,885 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below 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.
FT16 EFY Mileage History
- 23/08/202244,413 mi
- 24/08/202353,948 mi+9,535 mi
- 27/08/202461,826 mi+7,878 mi
- 27/08/202461,826 mi
- 27/08/202571,885 mi+10,059 mi
Average of roughly 9,122 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
FT16 EFY 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 (FT16 EFY) between August 2022 and August 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 27 August 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
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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