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AJ53 RXG

2003 Renault Megane

Red Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2014
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

149,771 mi
Last recorded149,771 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2013
Typical for 2003 Renault Megane66,047 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ53 RXG
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2013 149,771 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 139,669 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 132,220 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 26 Jan 2011 128,630 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front An item not tested (Manual)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

air bag light on

high level brake light not working

Pass 15 Jan 2010 117,290 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2010 117,290 miles

Nearside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

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

Pass 15 Jan 2009 109,181 miles

Slight play in n/s/f steering arm

Slight play in o/s/f steering arm

Fail 15 Jan 2009 109,181 miles

Horn not a continuous or uniform sound (1.6.2e)

Slight play in n/s/f steering arm

Slight play in o/s/f steering arm

Pass 4 Jan 2008 101,255 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 4 Jan 2008 101,255 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 4 Jan 2007

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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AJ53 RXG is a 2003 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 AJ53 RXG, 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 AJ53 RXG registered?

AJ53 RXG is a 2003 Renault Megane, first registered on 12 December 2003.

Is AJ53 RXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ53 RXG 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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