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A5 XGF

2003 Renault Megane

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2022
Tests25 (16 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate64%

Mileage

77,207 mi
Last recorded77,207 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2021
Typical for 2003 Renault Megane66,047 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 XGF
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 9 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2021 77,207 miles

Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened rear axel brace (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2020 68,780 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2020 68,683 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Aug 2019 56,747 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2019 56,747 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2018 46,006 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2018 46,006 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 18 Aug 2017 41,046 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2017 41,046 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both sides (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Jul 2016 39,100 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rears (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 6 Jul 2016 39,100 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Power steering component(s) leaking switch (2.3.3b)

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rears (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 26 Jun 2015 37,869 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 36,680 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Oil leak

Pass 3 Jul 2013 34,193 miles

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

Fail 10 Jul 2012 30,496 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 10 Jul 2012 30,496 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 27,616 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2011 27,616 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2010 24,011 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2010 23,965 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Pass 10 Jul 2009 20,383 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2009 20,368 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 2 Jul 2008 17,374 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 15,115 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 11,746 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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A5 XGF is a 2003 Renault Megane in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64%.

Across all 2003 Renault Megane models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.6% with a typical mileage of 66,047 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 A5 XGF, 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 23 years old, this Renault Megane is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A5 XGF registered?

A5 XGF is a 2003 Renault Megane, first registered on 18 July 2003.

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