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BC03 VLV

2003 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

65,563 mi
Last recorded65,563 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Renault Megane66,047 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBC03 VLV
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2017 65,563 miles

Central Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear metal brake pipes corroded,hard to see due to in clips and behind heat shield,recommend replacing striaght away (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 Aug 2016 61,129 miles

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

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

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

Fail 16 Aug 2016 61,128 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2015 56,713 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play track rod end (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 8 Aug 2014 51,771 miles

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

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 29 Jul 2013 45,854 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 40,813 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 37,051 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 32,139 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 8 Sep 2008 24,372 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 20,553 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 14,079 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 VLV is a 2003 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 VLV, 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 VLV registered?

BC03 VLV is a 2003 Renault Megane, first registered on 10 August 2003.

Is BC03 VLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BC03 VLV shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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