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AX03 DFJ

2003 Renault Megane

Green Petrol 1783cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2017
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

101,983 mi
Last recorded101,983 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2016
Typical for 2003 Renault Megane66,047 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX03 DFJ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,783cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2016 101,983 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Fail 27 Jul 2016 101,980 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

Power steering pump leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

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

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

w/blades split

Pass 10 Sep 2015 92,031 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 81,007 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

petrol filler flap broken

underbody crossbeam corroded

Fail 8 Sep 2014 81,007 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

petrol filler flap broken

underbody crossbeam corroded

Fail 3 Sep 2014 80,999 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear cross barr broken

Pass 25 Jul 2013 71,112 miles

inner front brake pads appear low

rear cross barr deteriorated

Fail 25 Jul 2013 71,112 miles

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

inner front brake pads appear low

rear cross barr deteriorated

Pass 27 Jul 2012 64,211 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f tyre worn low and bald on inner edge

o/s/f tyre wearing low

rear serport cross barr very corroded

Fail 27 Jul 2012 64,211 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f tyre worn low and bald on inner edge

o/s/f tyre wearing low

rear serport cross barr very corroded

Pass 28 Jul 2011 54,249 miles

rear cross bar rusty

Pass 4 Aug 2010 48,818 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 41,834 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Fail 9 Jun 2009 41,834 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 6 Jun 2008 36,547 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2007 33,614 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2007 33,611 miles

Offside Front brake disc has restricted free movement (3.5.1j)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Apr 2006 29,148 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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AX03 DFJ is a 2003 Renault Megane in Green with a 1,783cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 AX03 DFJ, 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 AX03 DFJ registered?

AX03 DFJ is a 2003 Renault Megane, first registered on 16 May 2003.

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