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LV53 LJE

2003 Renault Megane

Silver Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

56,556 mi
Last recorded56,556 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2011
Typical for 2003 Renault Megane66,047 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2011 56,556 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 52,568 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2009 51,140 miles

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

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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

n/s/f tyre is low on tread

seat belt tensioner has been actived on n/s/f front seat

Fail 3 Jun 2009 51,140 miles

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

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

n/s/f tyre is low on tread

seat belt tensioner has been actived on n/s/f front seat

Pass 13 Nov 2008 49,293 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2007 35,137 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2006 18,220 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 LJE is a 2003 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LJE, 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 LJE registered?

LV53 LJE is a 2003 Renault Megane, first registered on 22 October 2003.

Is LV53 LJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV53 LJE shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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