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KW03 NLJ

2003 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

93,494 mi
Last recorded93,494 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Renault Megane66,047 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW03 NLJ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2025 93,494 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2024 92,486 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2023 89,511 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Jun 2023 89,504 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2022 87,906 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both NS and OS. (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both NS and OS. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2021 86,374 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2020 85,197 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2019 83,432 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2018 80,660 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jul 2017 78,507 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Jul 2016 77,201 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Pass 2 Jul 2015 75,454 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 72,867 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Fail 6 Jul 2013 69,064 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Jul 2013 69,064 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 62,974 miles

Gearbox mounting defective

both rear tyres wearing low on outer edges

n/s/f tyre worn smooth on inner and outer edges

o/s/f tyre worn smooth on inner edge

Pass 30 Jun 2011 58,168 miles

front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 5 Jul 2010 53,078 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 48,663 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 11 Jul 2009 48,625 miles

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 12 Jul 2008 40,803 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 31,959 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 23,763 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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KW03 NLJ is a 2003 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 KW03 NLJ, 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 KW03 NLJ registered?

KW03 NLJ is a 2003 Renault Megane, first registered on 16 July 2003.

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