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KX53 BJF

2003 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2017
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

67,728 mi
Last recorded67,728 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2016
Typical for 2003 Renault Megane66,047 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX53 BJF
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2016 67,728 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2014 66,143 miles

brake pedal rubber slightly worn

Fail 23 Dec 2014 66,143 miles

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)

brake pedal rubber slightly worn

Pass 2 Jan 2014 57,660 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 55,691 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2012 55,691 miles

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 24 Nov 2011 53,621 miles

Both Front Tyres 3.0 mm's

O/S Outer C.V Gaiter Leaking Slightly.

Fail 24 Nov 2011 53,621 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Both Front Tyres 3.0 mm's

O/S Outer C.V Gaiter Leaking Slightly.

Pass 23 Nov 2010 48,979 miles

wear lip on front brake discs

Fail 22 Nov 2010 48,979 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

wear lip on front brake discs

Pass 23 Nov 2009 43,924 miles

205/55/16/91w continental

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

strong advisory that the nearside rear tyre is worn to the limit (advise replacement)

wiper blades poor

Pass 25 Nov 2008 38,227 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

slight play in nearside front steering rack inner ball joint

Fail 25 Nov 2008 38,227 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

slight play in nearside front steering rack inner ball joint

Pass 21 Nov 2007 32,621 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2007 32,621 miles

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

Fail 24 Nov 2006 26,709 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2006 26,709 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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KX53 BJF is a 2003 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 KX53 BJF, 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 KX53 BJF registered?

KX53 BJF is a 2003 Renault Megane, first registered on 28 November 2003.

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