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LR53 EWJ

2003 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

60,570 mi
Last recorded60,570 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2018
Typical for 2003 Renault Megane66,047 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR53 EWJ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2018 60,570 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2018 60,570 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Lower Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2017 57,894 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

hi visible stop lamp not working

Fail 6 Dec 2017 57,894 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

hi visible stop lamp not working

Pass 6 Dec 2016 53,732 miles

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

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

engine management light on

Fail 6 Dec 2016 53,732 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

engine management light on

Pass 23 Nov 2015 49,579 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear sidewall perished but not showing ply or cords

Pass 24 Nov 2014 46,327 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

offside rear tyre perished on side wall but showing no cords

Pass 22 Nov 2013 43,850 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 40,562 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 31,873 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2010 28,340 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2010 28,340 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

both front disc pitted

nearside front tyre slightly worn

Pass 21 Dec 2009 26,126 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2008 22,104 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2007 17,923 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 11,645 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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LR53 EWJ is a 2003 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 LR53 EWJ, 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.

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What year was LR53 EWJ registered?

LR53 EWJ is a 2003 Renault Megane, first registered on 11 September 2003.

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