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LR53 KFY

2003 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

40,010 mi
Last recorded40,010 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2018
Typical for 2003 Renault Megane66,047 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR53 KFY
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2018 40,010 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear lamp damaged

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 15 Aug 2017 36,416 miles

Nearside Rear door handle stiff to open but does recommend repair

Offside Front inner steering arm has movement

all tyres perrised

brake and fuel pipes corroded though out

front wipers starting to smear

general corrosion on compoments, suspension, brakes and steering items

head lamps glazed only just met beam requiment

under chassie corroded

under tray fitted

Fail 15 Aug 2017 36,416 miles

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

Nearside Rear door handle stiff to open but does recommend repair

Offside Front inner steering arm has movement

all tyres perrised

brake and fuel pipes corroded though out

front wipers starting to smear

general corrosion on compoments, suspension, brakes and steering items

head lamps glazed only just met beam requiment

under chassie corroded

under tray fitted

Pass 18 Aug 2016 36,101 miles

both front tyres worn on outer edges

Fail 18 Aug 2016 36,101 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both front tyres worn on outer edges

Pass 12 Aug 2015 35,557 miles

rear brake discs worn and grooved

Pass 19 Aug 2014 34,876 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

air conditioning hose chafing on radiator fan housing

slight play in offside front steering rack inner joint

Pass 20 Aug 2013 34,086 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 33,190 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2012 33,190 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Aug 2011 31,495 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 29,592 miles

both rear brake discs slightly scored

unable to fully inspect engine compartment due to undertray fitted

Pass 13 Aug 2009 28,040 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 21 Aug 2008 27,203 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2008 27,191 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Aug 2007 26,732 miles

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

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

change oil light remains on dash.

entire underside of engine bay covered. †small oil leak in engine bay. †nearside front tyre perishing and cracking on outer tread. †nearside rear tyre perishing on outer tread.

Pass 23 Aug 2006 25,080 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2006 25,080 miles

Offside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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 KFY is a 2003 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 KFY, 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 KFY registered?

LR53 KFY is a 2003 Renault Megane, first registered on 1 October 2003.

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