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BA04 XGC

2004 Renault Megane

White Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2016
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

133,446 mi
Last recorded133,446 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2015
Typical for 2004 Renault Megane67,232 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBA04 XGC
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2015 133,446 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2015 133,446 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside front tyre low tread.

Pass 25 Sep 2014 127,147 miles

Air bag lamp on.

Engine management lamp on.

Rear brake pads low.

Fail 25 Sep 2014 127,147 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Air bag lamp on.

Engine management lamp on.

Rear brake pads low.

Pass 18 Sep 2013 119,139 miles

Air bag lamp on.

Nearside rear and nearside front tyres low tread.

Fail 17 Sep 2013 119,139 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Air bag lamp on.

Nearside rear and nearside front tyres low tread.

Pass 15 Sep 2012 112,722 miles

Offside rear wheel bearing play.

Fail 11 Sep 2012 112,722 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

Offside rear wheel bearing play.

Oil level low.

Pass 1 Sep 2011 104,837 miles

Front brake pads low.

Nearside sill dented.

Offside front tyre low tread.

Offside front window inop.

Play in both front steering rack ball joints.

Play in offside rear wheel bearing.

Fail 1 Sep 2011 104,837 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Front brake pads low.

Nearside sill dented.

Offside front tyre low tread.

Offside front window inop.

Play in both front steering rack ball joints.

Play in offside rear wheel bearing.

Pass 31 Aug 2010 94,509 miles

Offside steering rack play.

Play in both steering rack rods.

Fail 31 Aug 2010 94,509 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside steering rack play.

Play in both steering rack rods.

Pass 1 Sep 2009 85,702 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2009 85,702 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 1 Sep 2008 75,281 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2007 60,772 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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BA04 XGC is a 2004 Renault Megane in White with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 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 BA04 XGC, 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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BA04 XGC is a 2004 Renault Megane, first registered on 30 August 2004.

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