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LM03 VZU

2003 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2023
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

63,670 mi
Last recorded63,670 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2022
Typical for 2003 Renault Megane66,047 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM03 VZU
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2022 63,670 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 28 Jan 2022 63,670 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Sep 2020 54,300 miles

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

various body damage

Fail 14 Sep 2020 54,300 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

various body damage

Pass 23 Sep 2019 50,399 miles

front fog lamps not working

front reg plate deteriorating

offside mirror glass cracked

various body damage

Fail 23 Sep 2019 50,399 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 185/60/15 outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer wall split (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

front fog lamps not working

front reg plate deteriorating

offside mirror glass cracked

various body damage

Pass 7 Sep 2018 49,445 miles

Both rear tyres outer wall cracking

Offside front tyre centre and outer wall cracking

Pass 21 Aug 2017 48,322 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 46,912 miles

nearside rear tyre outer wall damage

Fail 4 Aug 2016 46,912 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working fastoon 239 (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working 380 bulb (1.2.1b)

nearside rear tyre outer wall damage

Pass 10 Aug 2015 44,522 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2014 40,502 miles

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

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

Nearside and offside front brake discs worn

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2014 40,502 miles

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

Nearside and offside front brake discs worn

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

Pass 6 Aug 2013 36,922 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 29,335 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 24,313 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 20,694 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2010 20,694 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Jul 2009 16,864 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Jul 2009 16,864 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 13,095 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 8,620 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 6,086 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2006 6,086 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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LM03 VZU is a 2003 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 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 LM03 VZU, 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 LM03 VZU registered?

LM03 VZU is a 2003 Renault Megane, first registered on 30 June 2003.

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The MOT history for LM03 VZU shows 24 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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