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2016 Renault Kadjar 1.2L Petrol · ML16 VUG

ML16 VUG

2016 Renault Kadjar (1.2L, petrol). First registered 29 Jun 2016. Recorded mileage 64,735 miles. MOT expired on 25 Jul 2026.

Make & Model
RENAULT KADJAR
Year / Origin
2016 · Manchester & Merseyside
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 25 Jul 2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
64,735 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.2L
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MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 25 Jul 2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2016
Engine
1198cc
Mechanical Assessment

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This Renault Kadjar demonstrates an exceptional track record of roadworthiness, characterized by a complete absence of defects or advisories across its last four annual inspections. The most recent pass on 11 July 2025 confirms a stable mechanical condition, with the vehicle consistently meeting DVSA standards without requiring remedial work or flagging potential future failures. With 64,735 miles recorded over its ten-year lifespan, the vehicle has averaged approximately 6,474 miles per year. This represents a typical usage profile for a family crossover, suggesting a balanced duty cycle that avoids the risks associated with both excessive wear from high-mileage commuting and the degradation often found in vehicles that have spent prolonged periods stationary. Given the absence of any flagged issues in the MOT history, there are no specific recurring failures or chronic weaknesses to monitor. A physical inspection should focus on the general condition of wear-and-tear components that may not have reached the threshold for an MOT advisory, such as the depth of the tyre treads and the remaining thickness of the brake pads. During a test drive, attention should be paid to the smoothness of the steering and the absence of any knocks or rattles from the suspension bushes and coil springs, which are common wear points for vehicles of this age. Ensure the gear transitions are seamless and that there is no abnormal vibration through the chassis, as the clean testing record suggests the vehicle should operate with a high degree of refinement.
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ML16 VUG Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 11/07/2025
  • 64,735 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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ML16 VUG MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 5 Jul 2026, 02:00
MOT Analysis

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4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Renault Kadjar (ML16 VUG) between July 2022 and July 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.

No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY

ML16 VUG Mileage History

  1. 26/07/202246,508 mi
  2. 21/07/202353,054 mi+6,546 mi
  3. 12/07/202459,202 mi+6,148 mi
  4. 11/07/202564,735 mi+5,533 mi

Average of roughly 6,159 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
63
/ 100 · Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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