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KU53 YAW

2003 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

39,252 mi
Last recorded39,252 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Renault Megane66,047 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU53 YAW
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 39,252 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2024 37,858 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2023 36,329 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2022 34,153 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2021 32,895 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 31,688 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2019 30,469 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2018 28,733 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 27,313 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 1 Nov 2016 25,999 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 24,475 miles

Front tyres deteriorating, cracking

Nearside rear tyre deteriorating, cracking

Pass 30 Oct 2014 23,208 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 21,555 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 19,639 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 23 Oct 2012 19,637 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

N/S REAR BRAKE IS BINDING SLIGHTLY.

Pass 1 Nov 2011 17,952 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 15,818 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2009 14,127 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2009 14,127 miles

Centre Front registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Centre Rear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

small cracks starting ti appear in n/s front tyre but not exposing cords.

Pass 31 Oct 2008 12,241 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 9,799 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 7,340 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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KU53 YAW is a 2003 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 KU53 YAW, 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

How do I check the history of KU53 YAW?

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What year was KU53 YAW registered?

KU53 YAW is a 2003 Renault Megane, first registered on 31 October 2003.

Is KU53 YAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU53 YAW shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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