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YU52 YHP

2003 Renault Megan

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2018
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

137,381 mi
Last recorded137,381 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2018
Typical for 2003 Renault Megan73,222 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYU52 YHP
MakeRenault
ModelMegan
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Fail 28 Aug 2018 137,381 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Central Front Body component damaged and likely to cause injury bumper sharp edge due to damage (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure damaged mountings/broken (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed several cuts to cord (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

different size tyres fitted front and rear check manufacturer specification

Pass 5 Sep 2017 132,323 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2017 132,060 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 14 Jun 2016 128,753 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2016 128,753 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Jul 2015 126,882 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2015 126,882 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2014 122,421 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2014 122,421 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Pass 3 Jul 2013 118,829 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2013 118,829 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Jul 2012 114,900 miles

osr wheel bearing slightly noisey

Pass 29 Jun 2011 110,516 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2011 110,516 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

nearside rear wheel bearing

Pass 2 Jun 2010 104,231 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 99,591 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 95,809 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 91,476 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 76,099 miles

How Reliable is the Renault Megan?

Based on 2,939 MOT tests across 230 vehicles.

66.9%
Pass Rate
6,350
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
230
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 153
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 90
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 68
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 66
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 65
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YU52 YHP is a 2003 Renault Megan in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

Across all 2003 Renault Megan models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 73,222 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 Megan fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 153 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YU52 YHP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault Megan typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 23 years old, this Renault Megan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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YU52 YHP is a 2003 Renault Megan, first registered on 13 February 2003.

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