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AP53 FKV

2003 Renault Megane

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

49,362 mi
Last recorded49,362 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2014
Typical for 2003 Renault Megane66,047 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP53 FKV
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2014 49,362 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2013 41,475 miles

o/s/f & n/s/f inner tie-rod end has slight wear

Fail 17 Dec 2013 41,475 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

o/s/f & n/s/f inner tie-rod end has slight wear

Pass 20 Oct 2012 29,397 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 19,349 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 12 Oct 2011 19,299 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 26 Aug 2010 9,102 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Aug 2010 9,102 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 7,323 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

near side door mirror cracked

Fail 1 Sep 2009 7,323 miles

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

near side door mirror cracked

Pass 26 Aug 2008 5,528 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 4,656 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 4 Oct 2006 3,336 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2006 3,336 miles

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

Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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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AP53 FKV is a 2003 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 AP53 FKV, 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 AP53 FKV registered?

AP53 FKV is a 2003 Renault Megane, first registered on 28 November 2003.

Is AP53 FKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP53 FKV shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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