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BF09 VKL

2009 Renault Megane

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2021
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

94,096 mi
Last recorded94,096 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2020
Typical for 2009 Renault Megane69,942 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF09 VKL
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2020 94,096 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin all (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 20 Nov 2020 94,093 miles

Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play both (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin all (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 May 2019 83,500 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 May 2018 78,152 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 73,015 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 71,287 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 65,542 miles

under trays fitted

Fail 19 Apr 2016 65,542 miles

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

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

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

under trays fitted

Pass 9 May 2015 53,320 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2015 53,313 miles

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

Nearside Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)

offside front outer CV boot twisted.

Pass 29 Jul 2014 46,202 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 36,688 miles
Fail 8 May 2013 36,688 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 15 May 2012 26,491 miles

parking brake warning light on

washer cap missing

Fail 12 May 2012 26,491 miles

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

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

parking brake warning light on

washer cap missing

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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BF09 VKL is a 2009 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2009 Renault Megane models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 69,942 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 BF09 VKL, 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 17 years old, this Renault Megane is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BF09 VKL registered?

BF09 VKL is a 2009 Renault Megane, first registered on 31 March 2009.

Is BF09 VKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF09 VKL shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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