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WL17 BBZ

2017 Renault Megane

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

170,392 mi
Last recorded170,392 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2017 Renault Megane46,009 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL17 BBZ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 170,392 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped and cracked (3.2 (a) (i))

under covers obscuring view

Fail 28 May 2026 170,391 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 205/50r17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped and cracked (3.2 (a) (i))

under covers obscuring view

Pass 21 May 2025 141,225 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides. recommend replacing 205/50r17 (5.2.3 (e))

various under body covers obscuring view

Fail 20 May 2025 141,223 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn also very rusty (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn also very rusty (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides. recommend replacing 205/50r17 (5.2.3 (e))

various under body covers obscuring view

Pass 24 May 2024 115,496 miles

various under body covers obscuring view

Fail 21 May 2024 115,496 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working full of water (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

various under body covers obscuring view

Pass 2 May 2023 85,326 miles

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

under body covers obscuring view

Pass 27 May 2022 59,959 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

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

Under body covers obscuring view

Pass 27 May 2021 30,471 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2020 26,057 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2020 26,057 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 May 2020

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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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WL17 BBZ is a 2017 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2017 Renault Megane models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 46,009 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 WL17 BBZ, 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 9 years old, this Renault Megane is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was WL17 BBZ registered?

WL17 BBZ is a 2017 Renault Megane, first registered on 31 May 2017.

Is WL17 BBZ safe to buy?

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