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BC03 HWD

2003 Renault Megane

Black Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

114,954 mi
Last recorded114,954 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2015
Typical for 2003 Renault Megane66,047 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBC03 HWD
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2015 114,954 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2015 114,954 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Aug 2014 111,172 miles

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

rear No plate damage

Fail 14 Aug 2014 111,165 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

rear No plate damage

Pass 30 Jul 2013 108,417 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 102,028 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 96,231 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 90,435 miles

front discs worn

horn not very loud

Pass 28 Jul 2009 83,460 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2008 75,545 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3c)

Fail 4 Aug 2008 75,542 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Front Macpherson strut upper support bearing is rough in operation (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

n/s/f strut bearing slightly rough in operation

Pass 7 Aug 2007 65,289 miles

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 3 Aug 2006 52,549 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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BC03 HWD is a 2003 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 BC03 HWD, 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 BC03 HWD registered?

BC03 HWD is a 2003 Renault Megane, first registered on 8 August 2003.

Is BC03 HWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for BC03 HWD shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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