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LT03 FAJ

2003 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

74,735 mi
Last recorded74,735 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2014
Typical for 2003 Renault Megane66,047 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT03 FAJ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2014 74,735 miles

offside rear wheel steel rim fitted but correct size and not t temporary

Fail 27 Feb 2014 74,735 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Feb 2013 69,223 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 63,599 miles

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 16 Feb 2011 55,591 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 64,573 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2010 46,573 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 16 Jan 2009 39,766 miles

n/s front tyre has sidewall damage

Fail 14 Jan 2009 39,766 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

n/s front tyre has sidewall damage

Pass 12 Feb 2008 31,270 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 26,115 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 19,854 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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LT03 FAJ is a 2003 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LT03 FAJ, 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 LT03 FAJ registered?

LT03 FAJ is a 2003 Renault Megane, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is LT03 FAJ safe to buy?

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