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AP04 RFN

2004 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

101,669 mi
Last recorded101,669 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2017
Typical for 2004 Renault Megane67,232 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP04 RFN
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2017 101,669 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)

Rear exhaust mount spliting

rear brake pipes slightly corroded

Pass 4 Oct 2016 91,535 miles

Engine cover and under trays fitted obscuring inspection of some components.

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded into flexible (3.6.B.2c)

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

Fail 30 Sep 2016 91,535 miles

Nearside Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Engine cover and under trays fitted obscuring inspection of some components.

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

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded into flexible (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 27 Jul 2015 81,659 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Aug 2014 77,062 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2014 77,062 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 15 Aug 2013 71,549 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 66,119 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2011 60,635 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2011 60,635 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2010 52,210 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2010 52,210 miles

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

Fail 14 Aug 2009 44,355 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2009 44,355 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 36,612 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 28,018 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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AP04 RFN is a 2004 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 AP04 RFN, 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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AP04 RFN is a 2004 Renault Megane, first registered on 26 August 2004.

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