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BD53 CHY

2003 Renault Megane

White Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

146,357 mi
Last recorded146,357 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2016
Typical for 2003 Renault Megane66,047 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2016 146,357 miles

Front Brake pad(s) modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

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

n/s/f top shock bearing noisey

Pass 4 Apr 2013 144,041 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2013 144,041 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Mar 2012 136,865 miles

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

Fail 21 Mar 2012 136,865 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 24 Mar 2011 124,254 miles

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

Fail 18 Mar 2011 124,254 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 23 Mar 2010 119,353 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 118,165 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 115,138 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 95,578 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2006 95,578 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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 CHY is a 2003 Renault Megane in White with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 BD53 CHY, 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 BD53 CHY registered?

BD53 CHY is a 2003 Renault Megane, first registered on 1 December 2003.

Is BD53 CHY safe to buy?

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