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BK59 LYG

2009 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2025
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

118,946 mi
Last recorded118,946 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2024
Typical for 2009 Renault Megane69,942 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK59 LYG
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2024 118,946 miles

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Nearside accident damage to nearside of vehicle

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Apr 2024 118,945 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

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

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Nearside accident damage to nearside of vehicle

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 May 2023 109,980 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords recommend replacement (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Fail 19 May 2023 109,980 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords recommend replacement (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 10 May 2022 102,004 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 May 2021 93,574 miles
Fail 13 May 2021 93,574 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 May 2020 89,039 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 83,040 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2019 83,040 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Sep 2018 73,355 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2018 73,353 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Pass 5 Sep 2017 61,409 miles

nearside door mirror loose

nearside rear tyre worn on outer edge & damage to outer sidewall

Fail 4 Sep 2017 61,409 miles

Headlamp aim too high both (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

nearside door mirror loose

nearside rear tyre worn on outer edge & damage to outer sidewall

Pass 13 Sep 2016 47,450 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 37,846 miles

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 24 Sep 2014 29,602 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres have cracks to the sidewalls

Fail 24 Sep 2014 29,602 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres have cracks to the sidewalls

Pass 23 Sep 2013 22,491 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 1 Oct 2012 21,982 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 1 Oct 2012 21,982 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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BK59 LYG is a 2009 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 BK59 LYG, 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 BK59 LYG registered?

BK59 LYG is a 2009 Renault Megane, first registered on 31 October 2009.

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