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AP52 GTU

2003 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

73,466 mi
Last recorded73,466 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2021
Typical for 2003 Renault Megane66,047 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP52 GTU
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2021 73,466 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s front have surface corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread rear (0.1 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s and n/s front worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

o/s front fog light not working

small chips in windscreen but drivers view ok

Pass 11 Jul 2019 72,449 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nsf and osf (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Jul 2018 70,896 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2018 70,896 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 68,889 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 14 Jul 2016 66,492 miles

Hazard switch slightly temperamental

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 20 Jul 2015 64,300 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 61,990 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 14 Jul 2014 61,990 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Jul 2013 59,023 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2013 59,023 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 23 Jul 2012 55,496 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 52,150 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 48,374 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 45,779 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 43,361 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 36,555 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 24,985 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2006 22,238 miles

nearside front tyre wearing on outer edge

wiper blades starting to split

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 GTU is a 2003 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 AP52 GTU, 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 GTU registered?

AP52 GTU is a 2003 Renault Megane, first registered on 28 January 2003.

Is AP52 GTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP52 GTU shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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