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LM53 RXN

2004 Renault Megane

Black Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2015
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

108,077 mi
Last recorded108,077 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2014
Typical for 2004 Renault Megane67,232 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM53 RXN
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Fail 11 Jul 2014 108,077 miles

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

Offside Front Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 11 Jul 2014 108,077 miles

Offside Front Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 11 Jul 2013 102,465 miles

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

Oil leak

steering lock doesnt work but keycard needed to start vehicle

Fail 10 Jul 2013 102,465 miles

Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Oil leak

steering lock doesnt work but keycard needed to start vehicle

Pass 29 Jun 2012 97,844 miles

slight corrosion to coil springs

Fail 27 Jun 2011 92,223 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Jun 2011 92,223 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2010 88,056 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Jun 2010 88,056 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 78,862 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2009 78,862 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 21 Jun 2008 63,258 miles

Nearside Rear 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 29 Jun 2007 48,761 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 RXN is a 2004 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 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 RXN, 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 RXN registered?

LM53 RXN is a 2004 Renault Megane, first registered on 19 January 2004.

Is LM53 RXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM53 RXN shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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