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LB53 GWK

2003 Renault Megane

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2019
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

98,103 mi
Last recorded98,103 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2018
Typical for 2003 Renault Megane66,047 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB53 GWK
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2018 98,103 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output Condensation inside light cluster (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2017 95,045 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2016 93,523 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Mar 2015 91,229 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

near and offside front windows inoperative.

Fail 25 Mar 2015 91,228 miles

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

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

near and offside front windows inoperative.

Pass 18 Mar 2014 85,971 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 79,776 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 21 Mar 2013 79,776 miles

Offside Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling insecure (2.5.C.1e)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 28 Mar 2012 74,040 miles

Moisture in nearside headlamp but not affecting beam pattern at the time of this test

Pass 29 Mar 2011 64,162 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2011 64,162 miles

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

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Nov 2009 53,566 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 39,731 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2007 25,757 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2007 25,757 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Fail 24 Nov 2006 17,184 miles

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

Rear brakes binding slightly

Pass 24 Nov 2006 17,184 miles

Rear brakes binding 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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LB53 GWK is a 2003 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 LB53 GWK, 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 LB53 GWK registered?

LB53 GWK is a 2003 Renault Megane, first registered on 6 December 2003.

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