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BV13 GZU

2013 Renault Megane

Black Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2024
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

111,153 mi
Last recorded111,153 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2023
Typical for 2013 Renault Megane66,321 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV13 GZU
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2023 111,153 miles

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

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) play in both rack ends ()

Pass 12 Aug 2022 109,848 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 12 Aug 2021 106,764 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 21 Aug 2020 102,641 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2020 102,639 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 15 Mar 2019 100,104 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin disc worn also binding (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2018 96,701 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear wheel tight to rotate

Pass 9 Mar 2017 90,520 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Both sides ()

Pass 16 Mar 2016 85,514 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 16 Mar 2016 85,514 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Rear registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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BV13 GZU is a 2013 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2013 Renault Megane models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 66,321 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 BV13 GZU, 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 13 years old, this Renault Megane is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was BV13 GZU registered?

BV13 GZU is a 2013 Renault Megane, first registered on 3 April 2013.

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