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LM53 MDV

2004 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

72,193 mi
Last recorded72,193 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2019
Typical for 2004 Renault Megane67,232 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Fail 21 Jun 2019 72,193 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (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 Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Service brake excessively binding both rear brakes (1.2.1 (f))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both front washers (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front wipers (3.4 (b) (ii))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel slight play in both steering rack ends (2.3 (a) (i))

both front tyres cracking and perishing

both rear brake discs badly corroded on the inner face

Pass 2 Jul 2013 69,154 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 62,414 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2012 62,414 miles

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)

Pass 5 Jul 2011 56,253 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 51,110 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 44,450 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 39,302 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2007 34,123 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2007 34,123 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)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 31 Jan 2007 24,238 miles

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 MDV is a 2004 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 MDV, 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 MDV registered?

LM53 MDV is a 2004 Renault Megane, first registered on 27 January 2004.

Is LM53 MDV safe to buy?

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