2018 Renault Kadjar 1.2L Petrol · VN18 XME
2018 Renault Kadjar (1.2L, petrol). First registered 29 Jun 2018. Recorded mileage 35,313 miles. MOT expired on 29 Jun 2026.
- Make & Model
- RENAULT KADJAR
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 29 Jun 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 35,313 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
VN18 XME Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 30/06/2025
- 35,313 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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.
VN18 XME Mileage History
- 24/06/202222,374 mi
- 26/06/202325,985 mi+3,611 mi
- 21/06/202430,156 mi+4,171 mi
- 30/06/202535,313 mi+5,157 mi
Average of roughly 4,288 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
VN18 XME MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Renault Kadjar (VN18 XME) between June 2022 and June 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.
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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