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AP53 FXD

2004 Renault Megane

Beige Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2022
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

88,671 mi
Last recorded88,671 miles
Recorded on14 May 2021
Typical for 2004 Renault Megane67,232 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP53 FXD
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2004
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 May 2021 88,671 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2020 86,831 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 84,277 miles
Fail 9 May 2019 84,277 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 1 May 2018 81,465 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 78,790 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2-3mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 11 May 2017 78,790 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid fluid level ok (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2-3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 May 2016 75,095 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded n/s front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded o/s front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 15 May 2015 69,465 miles

Both front top mount bearings noisey

EML light on

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

Pass 8 May 2014 61,269 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 8 May 2014 61,269 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 May 2013 53,584 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 16 May 2012 46,571 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 25 May 2011 39,541 miles

N/S/R tyre cracking in tread

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 25 May 2011 39,541 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

O/S/R tyre cracked in tread

Pass 12 Jan 2010 36,523 miles

Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Pass 27 Jan 2009 31,039 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2009 31,039 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Jan 2008 26,046 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2008 26,046 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front brake discs appear very worn and lipped

Pass 6 Jan 2007 19,754 miles

Engine bay covers fitted restricting view of some testable components.

Engine undertray fitted obstructing view of some testable components.

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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AP53 FXD is a 2004 Renault Megane in Beige with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 AP53 FXD, 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 AP53 FXD registered?

AP53 FXD is a 2004 Renault Megane, first registered on 4 February 2004.

Is AP53 FXD safe to buy?

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