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BD03 EKW

2003 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2022
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

80,740 mi
Last recorded80,740 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2021
Typical for 2003 Renault Megane66,047 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD03 EKW
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2021 80,740 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2020 76,896 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

all emission readings extremely high initially recommend further investigation

nearside front brake binding near to legal limit /disc in poor condition recommend early attention [offside inner pad appears low]

Pass 18 Jan 2019 73,882 miles

Offside Front ABS wire insecure recommend early attention

power steering fluid appears very low

Fail 18 Jan 2019 73,881 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated offside & nearside (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front ABS wire insecure recommend early attention

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

power steering fluid appears very low

Pass 12 Jan 2018 70,793 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 69,357 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2017 69,357 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2016 67,412 miles

Oil leak front disks

Pass 22 Jan 2015 65,173 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2014 61,764 miles

repair to oil sump using some type of sealant

visability reduced through rear screen

Pass 28 Jan 2013 56,270 miles

repair to oil sump noticed

Fail 15 Jan 2013 56,263 miles

Nearside Front Front drive shaft coupling is insecure (2.5.C.1c) DANGEROUS

repair to oil sump noticed

Pass 9 Jan 2012 51,041 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 45,929 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2011 45,929 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2010 40,584 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2009 35,749 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Jan 2009 35,749 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Jan 2008 30,567 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 25,885 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 16,923 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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BD03 EKW is a 2003 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 BD03 EKW, 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 BD03 EKW registered?

BD03 EKW is a 2003 Renault Megane, first registered on 13 June 2003.

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The MOT history for BD03 EKW shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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