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BF03 UFM

2003 Renault Megane

Beige Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2022
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

105,846 mi
Last recorded105,846 miles
Recorded on25 May 2021
Typical for 2003 Renault Megane66,047 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF03 UFM
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2003
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 25 May 2021 105,846 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 25 May 2021 105,846 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 May 2020 101,402 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 27 May 2020 101,402 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Nearside Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) steering rack inner rack end (2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 May 2019 95,141 miles

brake discs corroded

exhaust system corroded

Pass 4 Jun 2018 87,408 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 80,807 miles

corrosion to offside front coil spring

corrosion to rear axle support bar

Fail 22 May 2017 80,807 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

corrosion to offside front coil spring

corrosion to rear axle support bar

Pass 16 Jun 2016 76,787 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2015 72,052 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2014 67,015 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

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

Pass 14 Jun 2014 67,015 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2013 62,600 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Jun 2013 62,600 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 59,975 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Centre Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 12 Jun 2012 59,975 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Centre Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2011 57,527 miles

o/s/r brake binding slightly

unable to visually check brake pads

Pass 17 Jun 2010 54,676 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2010 54,676 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2009 51,412 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 47,730 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 43,632 miles

rear indicator bulbs losing colour. †offside front tyre starting to split on outer sidewall.

Pass 7 Sep 2006 39,158 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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BF03 UFM is a 2003 Renault Megane in Beige with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 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 BF03 UFM, 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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BF03 UFM is a 2003 Renault Megane, first registered on 28 March 2003.

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