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LF53 RSY

2004 Renault Megane

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2018
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

95,616 mi
Last recorded95,616 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2017
Typical for 2004 Renault Megane67,232 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF53 RSY
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2017 95,616 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin hubcaps fitted restricting view to pads (3.5.1g)

Fail 2 Nov 2017 95,190 miles

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

Nearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin hubcaps fitted restricting view to pads (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Nov 2016 88,487 miles

Engine cover and Under tray fitted obscuring some components in engine bay

Fail 26 Nov 2016 88,487 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Engine cover and Under tray fitted obscuring some components in engine bay

Pass 21 Dec 2015 84,022 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2015 84,022 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Dec 2014 79,171 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2013 74,413 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

n/s/r sidewall cracking

Fail 28 Dec 2012 70,688 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Dec 2012 70,688 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2011 66,232 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 62,729 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2010 62,713 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

both fornt brake discs wearing low

Pass 6 Mar 2009 53,823 miles

Engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

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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LF53 RSY is a 2004 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2004 Renault Megane models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.0% with a typical mileage of 67,232 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 Megane fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 358,622 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LF53 RSY, 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 22 years old, this Renault Megane is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LF53 RSY registered?

LF53 RSY is a 2004 Renault Megane, first registered on 31 December 2004.

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