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LC53 FXW

2003 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2021
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

80,973 mi
Last recorded80,973 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2020
Typical for 2003 Renault Megane66,047 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC53 FXW
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2020 80,973 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

headlamp beam image weak

headlamp lenses deteriorated

rear brake discs worn

slight leak offside outer cv gaitor

Pass 27 Mar 2019 74,179 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 16 Apr 2018 68,051 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2018 68,051 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Apr 2017 61,801 miles

Nearside Front Child seat

Fail 18 Apr 2017 61,801 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Child seat

Pass 18 Apr 2016 55,029 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2015 47,969 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 45,868 miles

flexible brake hose ferrules corroded

movement in n/s/f steering arm

n/s/r tyre age cracking

rear brake discs appear thin

slight water damage to rear number plate

unable to fully check hydraulic systems due to wet weather conditions

Fail 7 Jun 2014 45,868 miles

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

flexible brake hose ferrules corroded

movement in n/s/f steering arm

n/s/r tyre age cracking

rear brake discs appear thin

slight water damage to rear number plate

unable to fully check hydraulic systems due to wet weather conditions

Pass 6 Jun 2013 44,068 miles

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

exhaust corroded

slight play in ns steering arm

stone chips in windscreen

water damage to rear no.plate

Fail 6 Jun 2013 44,068 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)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

exhaust corroded

slight play in ns steering arm

stone chips in windscreen

water damage to rear no.plate

Pass 13 Jun 2012 42,569 miles

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

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

rear brake discs badly worn

Pass 14 Jun 2011 41,645 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

hazards flashing fast

slight play in ns steering arm

stone chips in windscreen

Fail 14 Jun 2011 41,645 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

hazards flashing fast

slight play in ns steering arm

stone chips in windscreen

Pass 3 Jun 2010 40,564 miles

n/s/r wheel binding slightly

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 3 Jun 2010 40,564 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

n/s/r wheel binding slightly

Fail 27 May 2009 39,392 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

rear disc slightly worn

rear wheels binding

stone chips in windscreen

Pass 27 May 2009 39,392 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

rear disc slightly worn

rear wheels binding

stone chips in windscreen

Pass 12 Jun 2008 37,838 miles

rear brake discs worn

Pass 4 May 2007 34,748 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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LC53 FXW is a 2003 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LC53 FXW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LC53 FXW registered?

LC53 FXW is a 2003 Renault Megane, first registered on 30 October 2003.

Is LC53 FXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC53 FXW shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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