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LR52 MBF

2003 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests27 (18 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

76,989 mi
Last recorded76,989 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Renault Megane66,047 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR52 MBF
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 9 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 76,989 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 12 Aug 2025 76,981 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam when indicators are on (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 13 May 2024 74,514 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 May 2023 72,884 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 May 2022 70,960 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

lower engine mount bush worn

Fail 31 May 2022 70,960 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

lower engine mount bush worn

Pass 28 May 2021 69,310 miles
Fail 28 May 2021 69,310 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Feb 2020 66,537 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 18 Feb 2020 66,537 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Nov 2018 55,819 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated leaking (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 23 Nov 2018 55,819 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated leaking (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Nov 2017 51,953 miles

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

Fail 22 Nov 2017 51,953 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 14 Jul 2016 44,451 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

plastic rear window fogy, diffcult to see trough.

Pass 13 Jul 2015 37,133 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

Plastic rear window fogy,difficult to see trough.

Spare tyre flat

Fail 11 Jul 2015 37,056 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Coolant leak

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

Plastic rear window fogy,difficult to see trough.

Spare tyre flat

Pass 3 Jan 2014 27,884 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 2 Jan 2014 27,878 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 7 Dec 2012 21,277 miles

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

Power steering pump leaking from a failed joint (2.3.3b)

both front fog lights not working

Pass 7 Dec 2012 21,277 miles

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

both front fog lights not working

Pass 13 Dec 2011 17,858 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2010 14,762 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 10 Dec 2009 11,236 miles

slight smear from front wipers.

Pass 10 Dec 2008 8,225 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2007 7,104 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2006 5,780 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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LR52 MBF is a 2003 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 LR52 MBF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LR52 MBF?

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What year was LR52 MBF registered?

LR52 MBF is a 2003 Renault Megane, first registered on 1 January 2003.

Is LR52 MBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR52 MBF shows 27 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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