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BD53 EYL

2003 Renault Megane

Green Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2018
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

48,052 mi
Last recorded48,052 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2017
Typical for 2003 Renault Megane66,047 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD53 EYL
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2017 48,052 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 40,332 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2016 40,313 miles

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

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Fail 11 Jul 2013 40,297 miles

Steering lock fails to engage (2.1.4b)

Pass 2 Jul 2012 37,747 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2012 37,747 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Jun 2011 34,593 miles

o/s/r brake disc corroded on inner face

Fail 24 Jun 2011 34,593 miles

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

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

o/s/r brake disc corroded on inner face

Pass 7 Dec 2009 30,509 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2009 28,381 miles

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 28 Jan 2009 28,381 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 14 Dec 2007 24,095 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2007 24,095 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Dec 2006 20,561 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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BD53 EYL is a 2003 Renault Megane in Green with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 EYL, 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 EYL registered?

BD53 EYL is a 2003 Renault Megane, first registered on 16 November 2003.

Is BD53 EYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD53 EYL shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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