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AK54 OWU

2004 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2024
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

87,111 mi
Last recorded87,111 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2023
Typical for 2004 Renault Megane67,232 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK54 OWU
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2023 87,111 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 31 Jan 2022 79,174 miles

Central front to rear heat shields have dropped down causing a rattle

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

under trays fitted

Fail 20 Jan 2022 79,174 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central front to rear heat shields have dropped down causing a rattle

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

under trays fitted

Pass 16 Oct 2020 74,797 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Fail 16 Oct 2020 74,797 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment inner track rod (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Track rod end modified such that the steering is adversely affected touching wheel (2.1.3 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Pass 15 Oct 2019 69,810 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) x2 ()

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2019 68,676 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 5 Mar 2018 64,423 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 13 Mar 2017 59,493 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 21 Mar 2016 54,147 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 48,387 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 7 Oct 2013 44,898 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 7 Oct 2013 44,898 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 40,757 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2012 40,757 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 6 Oct 2011 34,736 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2011 34,736 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Oct 2010 30,636 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2009 28,214 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 13 Oct 2009 28,214 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 25,923 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2008 25,923 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 21 Sep 2007 23,599 miles

How Reliable is the Renault Megane?

Based on 7,306,346 MOT tests across 596,780 vehicles.

67.3%
Pass Rate
6,443
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
596,780
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 358,622
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 210,535
Registration plate lamp not working 191,357
position lamp(s) not working 180,297
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 159,959
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AK54 OWU is a 2004 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

Across all 2004 Renault Megane models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.0% with a typical mileage of 67,232 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Renault Megane fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 358,622 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK54 OWU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault Megane typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 22 years old, this Renault Megane is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AK54 OWU registered?

AK54 OWU is a 2004 Renault Megane, first registered on 15 October 2004.

Is AK54 OWU safe to buy?

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