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BD03 FCV

2003 Renault Megane

Black Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2017
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

146,639 mi
Last recorded146,639 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 Renault Megane66,047 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD03 FCV
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 27 Jun 2016 146,639 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 May 2015 145,995 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Nov 2014 141,407 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 19 Nov 2013 133,657 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 128,756 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 122,478 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 116,832 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 110,477 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 104,949 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 97,918 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 92,332 miles

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 28 Nov 2005 86,410 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 FCV is a 2003 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FCV, 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 FCV registered?

BD03 FCV is a 2003 Renault Megane, first registered on 28 May 2003.

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