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LV03 VYJ

2003 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2019
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

92,425 mi
Last recorded92,425 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2018
Typical for 2003 Renault Megane66,047 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV03 VYJ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2018 92,425 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)

air bag light is not illuminating

engine covers & under trays are fitted thus not allowing full inspection

front & rear number plates are delaminating

front windscreen is delaminating

rear brakes & hand brake just met minimum requirements for performance & imbalance, needs repair

service light is on

steering rack inner joints & front track rod ends have slight play in them

used brake discs are fitted on the rear after the failure

Fail 22 Jan 2018 92,419 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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)

air bag light is not illuminating

engine covers & under trays are fitted thus not allowing full inspection

front & rear number plates are delaminating

front windscreen is delaminating

rear brakes & hand brake just met minimum requirements for performance & imbalance, needs repair

service light is on

steering rack inner joints & front track rod ends have slight play in them

Pass 19 Jan 2017 88,827 miles

Exhaust centre has gas leaks

air bag light is not illuminating

engine covers & under trays are fitted

service light is on

steering rack inner joints have play in them

Fail 4 Jan 2017 88,629 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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)

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

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

Offside Front coil spring inappropriately repaired (2.4.A.2)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 6 Jan 2016 85,071 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 12 Dec 2014 71,557 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2014 71,557 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

slight noise from o/s/f wheel bearing

Pass 24 Apr 2014 62,142 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2014 62,142 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2013 55,574 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 53,407 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2012 53,407 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2011 47,430 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 31 Aug 2011 47,430 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 28 Jul 2010 42,647 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2009 36,232 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2009 36,231 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 17 Sep 2009 40,693 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 has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 7 Oct 2008 29,506 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 18,811 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

cracking to offside rear tyre

Pass 21 Feb 2006 6,900 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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LV03 VYJ is a 2003 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 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 LV03 VYJ, 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 LV03 VYJ registered?

LV03 VYJ is a 2003 Renault Megane, first registered on 30 April 2003.

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