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BD53 AOT

2003 Renault Megane

White Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2011
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

130,816 mi
Last recorded130,816 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2010
Typical for 2003 Renault Megane66,047 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD53 AOT
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2010 130,816 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 4 Nov 2010 130,816 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 17 Nov 2009 121,531 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2009 121,531 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

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

Pass 20 Nov 2008 106,426 miles

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

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 20 Nov 2008 106,426 miles

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

Nearside Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Jul 2007 78,577 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 20 Sep 2006 62,627 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2006 62,627 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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BD53 AOT is a 2003 Renault Megane in White with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BD53 AOT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BD53 AOT registered?

BD53 AOT is a 2003 Renault Megane, first registered on 12 November 2003.

Is BD53 AOT safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD53 AOT shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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