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BV09 EMX

2009 Renault Megane

Grey Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2017
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

154,236 mi
Last recorded154,236 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2016
Typical for 2009 Renault Megane69,942 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV09 EMX
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2016 154,236 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2016 154,229 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2015 148,420 miles

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

Fail 4 Mar 2015 148,131 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2014 138,735 miles

Nearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

both rear tyres cracking

Fail 10 Mar 2014 138,735 miles

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

Nearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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

both rear tyres cracking

Pass 5 Mar 2013 128,492 miles

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

front discs are worn

Fail 5 Mar 2013 128,492 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front discs are worn

Pass 12 Mar 2012 110,928 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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BV09 EMX is a 2009 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 BV09 EMX, 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 BV09 EMX registered?

BV09 EMX is a 2009 Renault Megane, first registered on 23 April 2009.

Is BV09 EMX safe to buy?

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