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AO53 UVL

2003 Renault Megane

Blue Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

140,073 mi
Last recorded140,073 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2016
Typical for 2003 Renault Megane66,047 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO53 UVL
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2016 140,073 miles

Both front shock absorbers corroaded

Oil leak

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

Wipers smeary but do not effect drivers view to road

Fail 15 Feb 2016 140,073 miles

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

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

Both front shock absorbers corroaded

Oil leak

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

Wipers smeary but do not effect drivers view to road

Pass 28 Jan 2015 125,884 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2014 116,887 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 15 Feb 2013 103,648 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 7 Feb 2012 87,945 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2012 87,945 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 28 Feb 2011 67,823 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 38,135 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 32,632 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2007 28,962 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2006 23,828 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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AO53 UVL is a 2003 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AO53 UVL, 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 AO53 UVL registered?

AO53 UVL is a 2003 Renault Megane, first registered on 9 October 2003.

Is AO53 UVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO53 UVL shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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