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LM53 BBO

2003 Renault Megane

Beige Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2017
Tests19 (10 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate52.6%

Mileage

127,698 mi
Last recorded127,698 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2016
Typical for 2003 Renault Megane66,047 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM53 BBO
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2003
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

10 pass 9 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2016 127,698 miles

Front Steering rack damaged but serviceable rack ends (2.2.C.1d)

Fail 30 Jul 2016 127,698 miles

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

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

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

Front Steering rack damaged but serviceable rack ends (2.2.C.1d)

Fail 7 Jul 2015 121,312 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 7 Jul 2015 121,312 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 31 Jul 2014 115,145 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 31 Jul 2014 115,145 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 1 Aug 2013 105,998 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Aug 2013 105,998 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Aug 2012 89,632 miles

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

Fail 1 Aug 2012 89,632 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 6 Jun 2011 75,267 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2011 75,267 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2010 63,653 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2010 63,653 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2009 54,433 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2009 54,433 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2008 43,982 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jun 2007 34,122 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2007 34,122 miles

Nearside Front 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)

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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LM53 BBO is a 2003 Renault Megane in Beige with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.6%.

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 LM53 BBO, 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 LM53 BBO registered?

LM53 BBO is a 2003 Renault Megane, first registered on 12 December 2003.

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