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AO13 XLU

2013 Renault Megane

White Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Mar 2027
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

112,023 mi
Last recorded112,023 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2013 Renault Megane66,321 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO13 XLU
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 112,023 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on edges cracking in tread/ perished (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Mar 2026 112,016 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on edges cracking in tread/ perished (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2023 106,149 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both rear shock absorbers corrosion to casings (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Mar 2023 106,148 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both rear shock absorbers corrosion to casings (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Apr 2022 96,898 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Mar 2022 96,607 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2021 85,924 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 3 Mar 2020 79,628 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2020 79,623 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 8 Mar 2019 69,341 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 58,529 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 45,867 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2017 45,867 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2016 32,977 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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AO13 XLU is a 2013 Renault Megane in White with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2013 Renault Megane models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 66,321 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 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 358,622 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO13 XLU, 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 13 years old, this Renault Megane is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AO13 XLU registered?

AO13 XLU is a 2013 Renault Megane, first registered on 27 June 2013.

Is AO13 XLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO13 XLU shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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