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BC03 VLZ

2003 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

60,248 mi
Last recorded60,248 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2013
Typical for 2003 Renault Megane66,047 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2013 60,248 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

slight noise from o/s/r wheel bearing

Pass 30 Jun 2012 52,835 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 47,231 miles

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

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

slight play in n/s steering rack end

Fail 21 Jun 2011 47,230 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

slight play in n/s steering rack end

Pass 17 Jun 2010 41,965 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2009 34,440 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 13 Jun 2009 34,440 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 34,091 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inside and outside edge.

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

Pass 14 Nov 2007 29,335 miles

Both rear tyres deteriorated.

Pass 11 Jul 2006 20,432 miles

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

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 VLZ is a 2003 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VLZ, 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 VLZ registered?

BC03 VLZ is a 2003 Renault Megane, first registered on 11 August 2003.

Is BC03 VLZ safe to buy?

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