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AM53 DFV

2003 Renault Laguna

Grey Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

139,948 mi
Last recorded139,948 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2015
Typical for 2003 Renault Laguna79,017 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM53 DFV
MakeRenault
ModelLaguna
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2015 139,948 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 129,749 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 117,354 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 2 Feb 2013 116,279 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Front Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Headlight washers not operating

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Jan 2012 102,879 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

rear trailor light socked bracket slightly damaged

Pass 1 Feb 2011 88,273 miles

small cut to nsf outer tyre wall.

Fail 29 Jan 2011 88,270 miles

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

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

Offside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

small cut to nsf outer tyre wall.

Pass 17 Sep 2009 70,405 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 61,704 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2007 52,099 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 38,405 miles

How Reliable is the Renault Laguna?

Based on 2,783,232 MOT tests across 305,477 vehicles.

64.6%
Pass Rate
7,170
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
305,477
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 187,578
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 169,011
constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing 113,854
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 101,973
position lamp(s) not working 80,232
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AM53 DFV is a 2003 Renault Laguna in Grey with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2003 Renault Laguna models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.1% with a typical mileage of 79,017 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Renault Laguna fails its MOT is track rod end ball joint has excessive play, accounting for 187,578 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AM53 DFV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault Laguna typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 23 years old, this Renault Laguna is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AM53 DFV registered?

AM53 DFV is a 2003 Renault Laguna, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is AM53 DFV safe to buy?

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