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LV53 JWC

2003 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2023
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

115,487 mi
Last recorded115,487 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2022
Typical for 2003 Renault Megane66,047 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV53 JWC
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2022 115,487 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 7 Sep 2022 115,484 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Sep 2021 111,802 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 109,856 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 106,964 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 101,498 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 98,429 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 92,410 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 82,977 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2016 82,977 miles

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

Fail 19 Dec 2014 70,589 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 19 Dec 2014 70,589 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 7 Jan 2014 59,530 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 7 Jan 2014 59,530 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2013 47,055 miles

o/s/f steering arm has slight play in ball joint

Pass 8 Aug 2012 41,660 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 37,753 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2012 37,753 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn (3.1.5)

Pass 7 Jan 2011 33,077 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 7 Jan 2011 33,067 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 2 Jan 2010 15,592 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2009 12,750 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 9,311 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2007 5,600 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 5,180 miles

both front wiper blades split on all edges

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 JWC is a 2003 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 JWC, 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 JWC registered?

LV53 JWC is a 2003 Renault Megane, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is LV53 JWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV53 JWC shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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