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KX03 XCW

2003 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1783cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2014
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

97,587 mi
Last recorded97,587 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2013
Typical for 2003 Renault Megane66,047 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX03 XCW
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,783cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Fail 6 Nov 2013 97,587 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

rear discs worn/scored

Pass 6 Nov 2013 97,587 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

rear discs worn/scored

Pass 2 Nov 2012 73,728 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Nov 2011 60,837 miles

(possibly where been left standing)front discs in poor condition

(possibly where vehicle left standing)rear discs in poor condition

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Feb 2011 58,002 miles

Front brake disc,s worn and pitted. Rear brake disc,s worn and scored

Fail 18 Feb 2011 58,002 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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

Front brake disc,s worn and pitted. Rear brake disc,s worn and scored

Pass 16 Feb 2010 51,365 miles

front brake discs worn/pitted

rear brake discs worn/pitted

tailgate button missing requires immeadiate attention

Pass 18 Feb 2009 47,049 miles

front brake discs badly worn

rear brake discs badly worn

Fail 18 Feb 2009 47,049 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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

ADVISE STRONG OFFSIDE FRONT TYRE JUST ON LIMIT AT TIME OF TEST REQUIRES IMMEADIATE REPLACEMENT

front brake discs badly worn

rear brake discs badly worn

Pass 16 Feb 2008 40,556 miles

Nearside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

nearside rear tyre cracking/perishing

Fail 16 Feb 2008 40,556 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

nearside rear tyre cracking/perishing

Pass 10 Feb 2007 32,366 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2007 32,366 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 15 Feb 2006 27,312 miles

adv both rear brakes tight to turn

adv front pads getting low

strong adv both nearside alloys dented on inside and tyres bulging slightly

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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KX03 XCW is a 2003 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,783cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 KX03 XCW, 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 KX03 XCW registered?

KX03 XCW is a 2003 Renault Megane, first registered on 1 March 2003.

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