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L400 LFP

2004 Renault Megane

Black Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

97,311 mi
Last recorded97,311 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2017
Typical for 2004 Renault Megane67,232 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL400 LFP
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2017 97,311 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2016 97,286 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working high level (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Steering lock fails to engage (2.1.4b)

sump guard insecure

Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured bulb (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Outer cv gaitor insecure slightly

Rear exhaust rubber mounting split

Rear registration plate deteriorated slightly

Pass 14 Jul 2015 93,471 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 87,812 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 81,304 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2013 81,304 miles

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

Offside Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Jul 2012 72,030 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2012 72,030 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jul 2011 64,170 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)

Fail 15 Jul 2011 64,170 miles

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

Nearside Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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 19 Jul 2010 55,922 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 45,293 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 35,590 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 35,013 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 27,217 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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L400 LFP is a 2004 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 L400 LFP, 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.

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What year was L400 LFP registered?

L400 LFP is a 2004 Renault Megane, first registered on 13 July 2004.

Is L400 LFP safe to buy?

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