2016 Jeep Renegade 1.6L Diesel · SM16 XTH
2016 Jeep Renegade (1.6L, diesel). First registered 27 Jul 2016. Recorded mileage 78,715 miles. MOT valid until 18 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- JEEP RENEGADE
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Edinburgh
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 18 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 78,715 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
SM16 XTH Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/03/2026
- 78,715 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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Known faults for Jeep Jeep Renegade
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
SM16 XTH Mileage History
- 22/07/202460,259 mi
- 20/02/202563,701 mi+3,442 mi
- 24/02/202563,716 mi+15 mi
- 18/03/202678,713 mi+14,997 mi
- 19/03/202678,715 mi+2 mi
Average of roughly 11,140 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
SM16 XTH 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 Jeep Renegade (SM16 XTH) between July 2024 and March 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 19 March 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: Brakes (5 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 12 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 Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))”; “Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”.
Common Problems: JEEP RENEGADE
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Electrical Gremlins & Warning Lights(Moderate)
Intermittent faults with the airbag sensors, ABS, and Stop/Start system are common, often caused by poor ground connections or voltage sensitivity.
- Cooling Fan Motor Failure(Serious)
The radiator cooling fan motor can fail prematurely, leading to overheating, especially in traffic. This is a well-known issue on earlier models.
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- Electrical Gremlins & Warning LightsModerate
Intermittent faults with the airbag sensors, ABS, and Stop/Start system are common, often caused by poor ground connections or voltage sensitivity.
- Cooling Fan Motor FailureSerious
The radiator cooling fan motor can fail prematurely, leading to overheating, especially in traffic. This is a well-known issue on earlier models.
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