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LJ03 DCX

2003 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2015
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

59,928 mi
Last recorded59,928 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2014
Typical for 2003 Renault Megane66,047 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ03 DCX
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2014 59,928 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 9 Jun 2014 59,928 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 3 Jun 2013 54,288 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 49,976 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2011 47,824 miles

Both rear tyres worn low on tread

Nail in inner edge of off side rear tyre

Near side wiper blade worn

Off side rear tyre running out of shape

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

Screw in near side rear tyre

Slight buckle to near side front inner wheel rim

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 20 Jun 2011 47,824 miles

Screw in near side rear tyre

Both rear tyres worn low on tread

Nail in inner edge of off side rear tyre

Near side wiper blade worn

Off side rear tyre running out of shape

Slight buckle to near side front inner wheel rim

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 28 Jun 2010 39,685 miles

advise the o/s inner brake disc face is slightley pitted

Pass 15 May 2009 34,983 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 28,662 miles
Fail 14 May 2008 28,662 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front An item not tested (Manual)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 28 Mar 2007 25,019 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 25,019 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 20,101 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2006 20,101 miles

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

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

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

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

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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LJ03 DCX is a 2003 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 LJ03 DCX, 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 LJ03 DCX registered?

LJ03 DCX is a 2003 Renault Megane, first registered on 1 April 2003.

Is LJ03 DCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ03 DCX shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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