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LV53 GVW

2003 Renault Megane

Red Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2015
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

120,829 mi
Last recorded120,829 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2014
Typical for 2003 Renault Megane66,047 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV53 GVW
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2014 120,829 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

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

Pass 16 Dec 2013 107,801 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 101,446 miles

offside fronttyre worn low on inner edge

Pass 26 Oct 2011 93,393 miles

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

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

both o/s and n/s front discs worn and corroded

Fail 25 Oct 2011 93,393 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

both o/s and n/s front discs worn and corroded

Pass 28 Oct 2010 85,848 miles

nearside front tyre worn on shoulders

Pass 19 Oct 2009 74,582 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2009 74,582 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2008 62,476 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 25 Oct 2008 62,476 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 30 Oct 2007 49,039 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 31 Oct 2006 43,101 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 43,069 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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LV53 GVW is a 2003 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 GVW, 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 LV53 GVW registered?

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

Is LV53 GVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV53 GVW shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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