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LV03 YZX

2003 Renault Megane

Green Petrol 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2015
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

111,368 mi
Last recorded111,368 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2014
Typical for 2003 Renault Megane66,047 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV03 YZX
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2014 111,368 miles

center brake light disconnected

offside rear lights slightly effected by indicator

Fail 11 Feb 2014 111,368 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

center brake light disconnected

offside rear lights slightly effected by indicator

Pass 15 Mar 2013 101,308 miles

nsf spring lower sliper worn

slight binding on r wheels

slight play in rack

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

bonit catch damaged

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

central locking prob

Fail 15 Mar 2013 101,308 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

bonit catch damaged

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

central locking prob

nsf spring lower sliper worn

slight binding on r wheels

slight play in rack

Pass 12 Mar 2012 90,078 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2012 90,054 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Mar 2011 84,798 miles

Centre Stop lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

n/s wiper blade in a poor condition

o/s cv boot poorly fitted with a cable tie,secure at time of test

play in n/s of steering

rear discs in a poor condition

Fail 8 Mar 2011 84,798 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.D.1d) DANGEROUS

Centre Stop lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

n/s wiper blade in a poor condition

o/s cv boot poorly fitted with a cable tie,secure at time of test

play in n/s of steering

rear discs in a poor condition

Pass 27 Mar 2010 78,358 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2009 60,867 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)

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

Pass 24 Mar 2009 60,867 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)

Pass 25 Mar 2008 40,844 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Jul 2006 26,037 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 YZX is a 2003 Renault Megane in Green with a 1,870cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 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 YZX, 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 YZX registered?

LV03 YZX is a 2003 Renault Megane, first registered on 21 May 2003.

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