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Renault Megane

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

2242 BYMOT history

2242 BY is a black petrol Renault Megane first used on 16 Jun 2004. Its MOT expired on 17 Sept 2024 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 61,641 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Aug 2023.

2242 BY black Renault Megane – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Renault Megane, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 17 Sept 2024
Mileage
61,641 mi
At MOT on 30 Aug 2023
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,460 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
2242 BY
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Renault
Model
Megane
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
16 Jun 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
30 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

2242 BY was last recorded at 61,641 miles on 30 Aug 2023, 53 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
61,588 miles · 12 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
53 miles
Average per year
2,460 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 61,641 miles
  • 2022 – 61,588 miles
  • 2021 – 60,720 miles
  • 2020 – 59,077 miles
  • 2019 – 58,884 miles
  • 2018 – 58,700 miles
  • 2017 – 58,427 miles
  • 2016 – 58,107 miles
  • 2015 – 57,524 miles
  • 2014 – 56,050 miles
  • 2013 – 49,286 miles
  • 2012 – 46,279 miles
  • 2011 – 43,517 miles
  • 2010 – 40,764 miles
  • 2009 – 38,575 miles
  • 2008 – 32,398 miles
  • 2007 – 21,848 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass61,641 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2011

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2012

Full MOT history

29 tests since 26 Jun 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass61,641 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    61,641 miles
    Test number
    169125947749
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail61,641 miles (+53)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,641 miles
    Test number
    371032280352
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass61,588 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    61,588 miles
    Test number
    527843668030
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Fail61,588 miles (+868)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,588 miles
    Test number
    541384714670
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Lens faded (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass60,720 miles (+1,643)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    60,720 miles
    Test number
    251341778242
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  6. Pass59,077 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    59,077 miles
    Test number
    441911238977
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Fail59,076 miles (+192)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,076 miles
    Test number
    716014714623
    • MajorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Pass58,884 miles (+19)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    58,884 miles
    Test number
    194786470327
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  9. Fail58,865 miles (+165)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,865 miles
    Test number
    243043241461
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  10. Pass58,700 miles (+273)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    58,700 miles
    Test number
    582610014683

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass58,427 miles (+320)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    58,427 miles
    Test number
    263305502604

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass58,107 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    58,107 miles
    Test number
    795633581517

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail58,107 miles (+583)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,107 miles
    Test number
    829035832488
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  14. Pass57,524 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    57,524 miles
    Test number
    217616345155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail57,524 miles (+1,474)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,524 miles
    Test number
    877896245143
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
  16. Pass56,050 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    56,050 miles
    Test number
    136931374179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail56,050 miles (+6,764)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,050 miles
    Test number
    275971274169
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
  18. Pass49,286 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    49,286 miles
    Test number
    428489963159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail49,286 miles (+3,007)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,286 miles
    Test number
    545539063116
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
  20. Pass46,279 miles (+2,762)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    46,279 miles
    Test number
    477241672176
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  21. Pass43,517 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    43,517 miles
    Test number
    559406661143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail43,517 miles (+2,753)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,517 miles
    Test number
    416916661136
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  23. Pass40,764 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    40,764 miles
    Test number
    150955260120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail40,764 miles (+2,189)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,764 miles
    Test number
    751805060143
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
  25. Pass38,575 miles (+6,177)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    38,575 miles
    Test number
    103271279194
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteUnder car where plastic trays and coverings are cannot be eximened
  26. Pass32,398 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    32,398 miles
    Test number
    482018978175
    • NoteFront and rear number plates slightly delamenated and will require replacement shortly
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack on both sides and will require attention at a later date
  27. Fail32,398 miles (+10,550)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,398 miles
    Test number
    744108278142
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteFront and rear number plates slightly delamenated and will require replacement shortly
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack on both sides and will require attention at a later date
  28. Pass21,848 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    21,848 miles
    Test number
    101537177127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail21,848 miles3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,848 miles
    Test number
    191707177132
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about 2242 BY

What vehicle is registration 2242 BY currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 2242 BY on a black petrol Renault Megane first used on 16 Jun 2004. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 2242 BY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on 2242 BY expired on 17 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on 2242 BY?
The MOT on 2242 BY expired on 17 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has 2242 BY done?
2242 BY was recorded at 61,641 miles at its MOT on 30 Aug 2023, an average of 2,460 miles a year.
Has 2242 BY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 2242 BY has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on 2242 BY ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on 2242 BY find?
2242 BY passed its latest MOT on 30 Aug 2023 with 3 advisories: nearside rear brake pad(s) wearing thin; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres.

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