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LV53 ETO

2003 Renault Megane

Silver Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

147,376 mi
Last recorded147,376 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2017
Typical for 2003 Renault Megane66,047 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV53 ETO
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2017 147,376 miles

Clutch pedal rubber missing

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

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment Bush perrished (2.5.A.1c)

Oil leak ()

Pass 8 Apr 2016 131,850 miles

front and rear brake pads low

front both tyres worn on edges

front brake discs worn

front coil springs corroded

oil leak

play inner steering arms

Pass 8 Apr 2015 120,737 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 109,172 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 101,788 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 98,848 miles
Fail 27 May 2011 98,848 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 2 Jun 2010 94,529 miles

front windscreen wiper rubbers poor.

fuel filler neck top incomplete, this assembly includes sealing system which seems to be OK.

gear linkage worn.

slight damage at offside rear outer sill and wheel arch.

Pass 7 Sep 2009 77,777 miles

N/S/sill damaged

Fail 3 Sep 2009 77,711 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

N/S/sill damaged

Pass 29 Sep 2008 64,033 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 44,076 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 29,592 miles

nearside front and offside rear tyre treads on legal limit

Fail 18 Sep 2006 29,592 miles

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

nearside front and offside rear tyre treads on legal limit

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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LV53 ETO is a 2003 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 LV53 ETO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LV53 ETO registered?

LV53 ETO is a 2003 Renault Megane, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is LV53 ETO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV53 ETO shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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