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AE05 XWJ

2004 Renault Megane Scenic

Red Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2015
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

90,943 mi
Last recorded90,943 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2014
Typical for 2004 Renault Megane Scenic45,784 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE05 XWJ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane Scenic
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2014 90,943 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 80,697 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 10 Apr 2013 80,697 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Apr 2012 71,449 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2012 71,365 miles

All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Apr 2011 62,213 miles

heavy oil leak from sump gasket

Fail 12 Apr 2011 62,213 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

heavy oil leak from sump gasket

Pass 14 Apr 2010 55,200 miles

2x child seats fitted in rear

4x PASSENGER seats fitted at time of test (2x PASSENGER seats folded under carpet)

check fuel filter warning light on at time of test

check injector warning light on at time of test

Fail 13 Apr 2010 55,190 miles

Horn not a constant note (1.7.1e)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

2x child seats fitted in rear

4x PASSENGER seats fitted at time of test (2x PASSENGER seats folded under carpet)

check fuel filter warning light on at time of test

check injector warning light on at time of test

Pass 17 Apr 2009 46,059 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2009 46,059 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Apr 2008 34,606 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

How Reliable is the Renault Megane Scenic?

Based on 1,818,845 MOT tests across 145,724 vehicles.

66.2%
Pass Rate
6,520
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
145,724
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 116,922
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 68,848
constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing 66,630
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 58,928
Registration plate lamp not working 55,988
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AE05 XWJ is a 2004 Renault Megane Scenic in Red with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 2004 Renault Megane Scenic models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.9% with a typical mileage of 45,784 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Renault Megane Scenic fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 116,922 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE05 XWJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault Megane Scenic typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 22 years old, this Renault Megane Scenic is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AE05 XWJ registered?

AE05 XWJ is a 2004 Renault Megane Scenic, first registered on 31 December 2004.

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