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LM53 LWK

2004 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

124,032 mi
Last recorded124,032 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2015
Typical for 2004 Renault Megane67,232 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM53 LWK
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2015 124,032 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/f steering arm play

Pass 30 Aug 2014 118,364 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 22 Aug 2013 114,166 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 109,132 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 105,582 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2011 105,582 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Mar 2010 98,242 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2010 98,242 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 Mar 2009 86,385 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2009 86,385 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Parking brake lever pawl spring does not push the pawl positively into the ratchet teeth (3.1.5)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 Mar 2008 66,307 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2008 66,307 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2007 51,771 miles

front strut top bearings stiff

rear seat belts not checked due to seats not being in upright position

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 LWK is a 2004 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2004 Renault Megane models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.0% with a typical mileage of 67,232 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 LM53 LWK, 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 22 years old, this Renault Megane is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LM53 LWK registered?

LM53 LWK is a 2004 Renault Megane, first registered on 26 January 2004.

Is LM53 LWK safe to buy?

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