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AO53 VKZ

2003 Renault Megane

Grey Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

103,108 mi
Last recorded103,108 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2016
Typical for 2003 Renault Megane66,047 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO53 VKZ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2016 103,108 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear tyre worn outside edge

Pass 12 Aug 2014 90,039 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 76,224 miles
Fail 8 May 2013 76,224 miles

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

Nearside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Apr 2012 59,639 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 16 Apr 2012 59,639 miles

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

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 Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 24 Mar 2011 51,493 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 43,961 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 39,176 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 33,696 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2006 25,973 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 VKZ is a 2003 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 VKZ, 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 VKZ registered?

AO53 VKZ is a 2003 Renault Megane, first registered on 18 November 2003.

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The MOT history for AO53 VKZ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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