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AP52 DJZ

2003 Renault Megane

Red Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2017
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

99,353 mi
Last recorded99,353 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 Renault Megane66,047 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP52 DJZ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2016 99,353 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2016 99,353 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp All lamps flashing (1.1.A.3f)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Jun 2015 97,029 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2015 97,027 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

n/s/f ind dim

Pass 17 Jun 2014 94,678 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

exhaust rubbers deteriorating

front number plate deteriorating

nearside wiper starting to split

Pass 8 Jun 2013 89,806 miles

front number plate slightly damaged

Fail 1 Jun 2013 89,588 miles

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

front number plate slightly damaged

Pass 21 Jun 2012 83,673 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

rear exhaust mounting rubber perished

slight radial play in nearside of steering rack

Fail 21 Jun 2012 83,673 miles

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

rear exhaust mounting rubber perished

slight radial play in nearside of steering rack

Pass 23 Jun 2011 78,066 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2011 78,066 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2010 72,437 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2010 72,436 miles

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

advise both inner steering arm inner ball joints showing signs of fatigue

Pass 31 Jul 2009 67,389 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 54,809 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Fail 23 Jul 2008 54,809 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 May 2007 49,058 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2007 45,505 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 26 Jan 2006 33,045 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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AP52 DJZ is a 2003 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 AP52 DJZ, 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 AP52 DJZ registered?

AP52 DJZ is a 2003 Renault Megane, first registered on 31 January 2003.

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