Official DVLA Record

2003 Renault Laguna 1.9L Diesel · YU52 AFO

YU52 AFO

2003 Renault Laguna (1.9L, diesel). First registered 01/02/2003. Recorded mileage 146,308 miles. MOT status: Expired. Currently declared SORN.

Make & Model
RENAULT LAGUNA
Year / Origin
2003 · Beverley / Hull
MOT Status
Valid until 01/05/2025
Road Tax
SORN
Recorded Mileage
146,308 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
DIESEL · 1.9L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 01/05/2025
Tax Status
SORN
Statutory Off Road (SORN)
Fuel Type
DIESEL
Year
2003
Engine
1870cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, having passed its most recent MOT test in May 2024 with no recorded defects. The maintenance trend appears stable, despite a brief failure in April 2024 which was immediately rectified within three weeks. Since 2020, the record shows a lack of adviseories or failures, suggesting the vehicle has been maintained to basic operational standards during its recent service history. The mileage profile is consistent with the vehicle's age, averaging approximately 6,300 miles per year over its twenty-three year lifespan. There is a notable gap in testing between January 2022 and March 2023, where the car sat un-tested for 14 months. However, the usage has remained low since, covering roughly 6,600 miles in the last two years. This low annual mileage indicates that the primary wear likely stems from age-related degradation of rubber components and fluids rather than mechanical fatigue. Given the lack of recorded advisories in the digital history, a physical inspection must focus on structural integrity common to this generation of major Laguna. A buyer should specifically examine the chassis for corrosion, particularly around the rear suspension mounting points, as these are often not fully captured until they become structural. Additionally, the condition of the suspension bushes and rubber hoses should be verified for cracking or perishing, as low-mileage vehicles often suffer from material fatigue over two decades.

YU52 AFO Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 03/05/2024
  • 146,308 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring suspension items (7 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
45
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Good MOT pass rate (75%)
✗ 1 dangerous defects found recently
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YU52 AFO Mileage History

  1. 02/01/2022139,632 mi
  2. 31/03/2023143,252 mi+3,620 mi
  3. 16/04/2024146,306 mi+3,054 mi
  4. 03/05/2024146,308 mi+2 mi

Average of roughly 2,862 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

YU52 AFO MOT History

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MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Renault Laguna (YU52 AFO) between January 2022 and May 2024.

The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 03 May 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (7 issues), Brakes (5 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 20 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn axle mounts (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))”; “Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.

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