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LF53 WTL

2003 Renault Megane

Blue Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

137,048 mi
Last recorded137,048 miles
Recorded on22 May 2015
Typical for 2003 Renault Megane66,047 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF53 WTL
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2015 137,048 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 16 May 2014 129,580 miles

o/s/f bottom ball joint slight play

steering arm n/s slight play

Pass 17 May 2013 122,818 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 116,726 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 111,792 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 103,507 miles

n/s/r arch damaged

o/s sill damaged

o/s/r n/s/r n/s/f tyres treads getting low

slight play track rods

Fail 9 Mar 2010 103,507 miles

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

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

n/s/r arch damaged

o/s sill damaged

o/s/r n/s/r n/s/f tyres treads getting low

slight play track rods

Pass 10 Mar 2009 87,162 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

rear inner brake pads appear low

Pass 11 Mar 2008 73,835 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2008 73,835 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Dec 2006 55,839 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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LF53 WTL is a 2003 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 LF53 WTL, 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 LF53 WTL registered?

LF53 WTL is a 2003 Renault Megane, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is LF53 WTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF53 WTL shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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