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BD53 EKM

2004 Renault Megane

White Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

116,287 mi
Last recorded116,287 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2017
Typical for 2004 Renault Megane67,232 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD53 EKM
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2017 116,287 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2016 110,899 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2015 103,403 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2014 95,772 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 87,620 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 83,724 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 78,345 miles

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 20 Dec 2010 73,186 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2010 73,173 miles

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

Pass 30 Dec 2009 67,393 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Dec 2009 67,387 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 Jan 2009 63,990 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2008 59,650 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 4 Jan 2008 56,998 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2007 47,489 miles

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

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

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

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

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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BD53 EKM is a 2004 Renault Megane in White with a 1,461cc 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 BD53 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BD53 EKM registered?

BD53 EKM is a 2004 Renault Megane, first registered on 2 January 2004.

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