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AF53 MDX

2003 Renault Megane Scenic

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

67,202 mi
Last recorded67,202 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2012
Typical for 2003 Renault Megane Scenic69,372 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF53 MDX
MakeRenault
ModelMegane Scenic
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2012 67,202 miles

front brake disk inner faces poor

hazard light switch faulty but still working

Fail 9 Aug 2012 67,202 miles

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

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

front brake disk inner faces poor

hazard light switch faulty but still working

Pass 16 Aug 2011 59,273 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 54,702 miles

n/s and o/s rear brake discs pitted

Pass 20 Aug 2009 53,010 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2009 53,004 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 18 Aug 2008 47,626 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2008 47,621 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

both rear tyres cracking in tread pattern

Pass 2 Aug 2007 40,643 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

n/s and o/s rear discs corroded

Pass 1 Aug 2006 31,612 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2006 31,612 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

How Reliable is the Renault Megane Scenic?

Based on 1,818,845 MOT tests across 145,724 vehicles.

66.2%
Pass Rate
6,520
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
145,724
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 116,922
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 68,848
constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing 66,630
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 58,928
Registration plate lamp not working 55,988
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AF53 MDX is a 2003 Renault Megane Scenic in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2003 Renault Megane Scenic models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 69,372 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 Scenic fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 116,922 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF53 MDX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault Megane Scenic typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 23 years old, this Renault Megane Scenic is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AF53 MDX registered?

AF53 MDX is a 2003 Renault Megane Scenic, first registered on 11 September 2003.

Is AF53 MDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF53 MDX shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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