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LJ03 XXK

2003 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2013
Tests11 (5 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate45.5%

Mileage

94,360 mi
Last recorded94,360 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2012
Typical for 2003 Renault Megane66,047 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

5 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2012 94,360 miles

Nearside front tyre inner wall slightly deteriorated.

Offside Front coil spring repaired, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.2)

Fail 16 Apr 2012 94,080 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Nearside front tyre inner wall slightly deteriorated.

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Front coil spring repaired, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Fail 11 Apr 2012 94,080 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside 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 Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Exhaust rear box holder missing

Pass 19 Jul 2010 85,255 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2010 85,255 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Coil spring mounting damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Apr 2009 71,490 miles

Centre stoplight not working

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Rear number plate has minor delamination

Fail 6 Apr 2009 71,489 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Centre stoplight not working

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Rear number plate has minor delamination

Fail 29 Apr 2008 60,780 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Apr 2008 60,780 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2007 50,490 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2007 50,490 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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 XXK is a 2003 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 45.5%.

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 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 LJ03 XXK, 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 XXK registered?

LJ03 XXK is a 2003 Renault Megane, first registered on 20 March 2003.

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