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LM53 MJY

2004 Renault Megane

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

85,905 mi
Last recorded85,905 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2014
Typical for 2004 Renault Megane67,232 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM53 MJY
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2014 85,905 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2013 80,230 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 69,248 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 61,000 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2011 61,000 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Pass 16 Jun 2010 56,277 miles

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted

Fail 16 Jun 2010 56,277 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted

Pass 19 Jun 2009 50,962 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2009 45,059 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Jan 2008 39,522 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 24 Jan 2007 21,251 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2007 21,251 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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 MJY is a 2004 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 MJY, 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 MJY registered?

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

Is LM53 MJY safe to buy?

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