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AO53 EKM

2004 Renault Megane

Beige Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

112,698 mi
Last recorded112,698 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2017
Typical for 2004 Renault Megane67,232 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO53 EKM
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2004
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2017 112,698 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 106,149 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2016 106,125 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 Jul 2015 101,175 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2015 101,171 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 23 Jul 2014 94,338 miles

Oil leak

Pass 7 Aug 2013 89,417 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 83,729 miles

Steering lock does not lock.

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 1 Sep 2011 78,738 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 72,104 miles

nearside front tyre 1.6mm 205 50 17 W

slight play in both front axle joints

Fail 5 Jan 2011 72,104 miles

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

nearside front tyre 1.6mm 205 50 17 W

slight play in both front axle joints

Pass 6 Jan 2010 60,486 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2009 48,852 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2008 32,713 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2007 23,399 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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AO53 EKM is a 2004 Renault Megane in Beige with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AO53 EKM, 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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AO53 EKM is a 2004 Renault Megane, first registered on 16 January 2004.

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