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AC03 BFJ

2003 Renault Megane

Red Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

144,396 mi
Last recorded144,396 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2013
Typical for 2003 Renault Megane66,047 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC03 BFJ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2013 144,396 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 144,130 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 9 Jul 2009 138,087 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

drone from o/s rear wheel when spun

n/s front inner brake pad looks low!!

play detected at o/s and n/s front wheels

Pass 11 Jul 2008 129,501 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

front inner brake pads look low

play detected in steering o/s and n/s front

Fail 10 Jul 2008 129,501 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Brake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

front inner brake pads look low

play detected in steering o/s and n/s front

Pass 18 Jul 2007 113,122 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 76,017 miles

headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 8 Jun 2006 76,017 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6.B1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6.B1)

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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AC03 BFJ is a 2003 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 AC03 BFJ, 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 AC03 BFJ registered?

AC03 BFJ is a 2003 Renault Megane, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is AC03 BFJ safe to buy?

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