BV13 FCM

2013 RENAULT — MOT History, Mileage & AI Check

Data from DVLA & DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026.

Vehicle details

Make & model
RENAULT
Year
2013
Fuel
PETROL
Colour
GREY
Engine
1149 cc
Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
Untaxed
MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
Valid
MOT due
12 November 2026 (151 days away)
Last recorded mileage
23,750 mi

AI verdict AVOID 41/100

AI analysis by CarGPT, generated 11 June 2026 from this vehicle's MOT record. Not professional advice — always inspect before buying.

This 2013 Renault has 17 MOT tests on record with a 71% pass rate and 23,750 miles. The mileage trajectory is consistent, but the underlying mechanical issues and lack of proper maintenance make this vehicle a high-risk purchase.

The mileage trajectory is consistent, showing normal usage of 8,341 miles/year, with no anomalies or suspicious readings.

Things to check

  • DANGEROUS brake failure on 2016-02-17 at 23,750 miles.
  • DANGEROUS tyre failure on 2024-07-01 at 101,618 miles.
  • Recurring brake system failures and advisories across multiple tests.
  • Recurring suspension arm failures and advisories across multiple tests.

Working in its favour

  • Consistent annual mileage averaging 8,341 miles/year, indicating normal usage.
  • Valid MOT until 2026-11-12, providing immediate peace of mind.
  • No evidence of odometer fraud or mileage tampering in the MOT history.
  • The 5-star Euro NCAP safety rating for 2017 provides a strong safety foundation.

Mileage history

Feb 2016: 23,750 mi FAILFeb 2016: 23,750 mi PASSFeb 2017: 31,540 mi PASSNov 2017: 37,248 mi PASSMar 2018: 38,711 mi PASSMar 2019: 47,376 mi PASSJul 2020: 63,650 mi FAILJul 2020: 63,652 mi PASSJul 2021: 75,853 mi PASSJul 2022: 86,592 mi PASSJul 2023: 94,381 mi FAILJul 2023: 94,382 mi PASSJul 2024: 101,618 mi FAILJul 2024: 101,623 mi PASSNov 2024: 103,512 mi PASSNov 2025: 107,394 mi FAILNov 2025: 107,394 mi PASS107k66k24kFeb 2016Nov 2025

MOT test history — 12/17 passed

DateResultMileageDefects & advisories
Feb 2016 FAIL 23,750 mi
FAIL Nearside Front front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
Feb 2016 PASS 23,750 mi None recorded
Feb 2017 PASS 31,540 mi None recorded
Nov 2017 PASS 37,248 mi
ADVISORY under tray fitted
Mar 2018 PASS 38,711 mi None recorded
Mar 2019 PASS 47,376 mi None recorded
Jul 2020 FAIL 63,650 mi
MAJOR Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Jul 2020 PASS 63,652 mi None recorded
Jul 2021 PASS 75,853 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearmost bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge STRONGLY ADVISE (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge STRONGLY ADVISE (5.2.3 (e))
Jul 2022 PASS 86,592 mi None recorded
Jul 2023 FAIL 94,381 mi
DANGEROUS Nearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
DANGEROUS Offside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
MAJOR Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
MAJOR Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
MAJOR Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
MAJOR Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
MAJOR Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Jul 2023 PASS 94,382 mi None recorded
Jul 2024 FAIL 101,618 mi
MAJOR Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
MAJOR Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
ADVISORY wiper motor juddering during operation
MAJOR Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
DANGEROUS Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
DANGEROUS Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
MAJOR Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
ADVISORY Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
MAJOR Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
MAJOR Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
MAJOR Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
Jul 2024 PASS 101,623 mi
ADVISORY wiper motor juddering during operation
ADVISORY Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
ADVISORY Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Nov 2024 PASS 103,512 mi None recorded
Nov 2025 FAIL 107,394 mi
MAJOR Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
MAJOR Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
ADVISORY Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
ADVISORY Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
MAJOR Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
MAJOR Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
Nov 2025 PASS 107,394 mi
ADVISORY Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
ADVISORY Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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