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LV53 STZ

2003 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

71,694 mi
Last recorded71,694 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2018
Typical for 2003 Renault Megane66,047 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2018 71,694 miles

205/55/16 N/S/F TYRE WORN UNEVENLY AND DETERIORATED N/S/R TYRE DETERIORATED

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 18 Nov 2017 69,593 miles

205/55/16 N/S/F TYRE WORN UNEVENLY N/S/R TYRE DETERIORATED

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 18 Nov 2017 69,593 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

205/55/16 N/S/F TYRE WORN UNEVENLY N/S/R TYRE DETERIORATED

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 3 Dec 2016 67,084 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 64,973 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2014 60,386 miles

205/55/16 O/S/R TYRE DETERIORATED

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 5 Dec 2014 60,386 miles

205/55/16 O/S/R TYRE DETERIORATED

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 3 Dec 2013 55,451 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 3 Dec 2013 55,451 miles

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

N/S/F TYRE WORN UNEVENLY AND DETERIORATED

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 4 Dec 2012 50,291 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 21 Nov 2011 45,021 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Dec 2010 39,278 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2009 33,911 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

n/s/f tyre worn unevenly

Fail 2 Dec 2009 33,911 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

n/s/f tyre worn unevenly

Pass 29 Nov 2008 27,877 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2007 20,666 miles

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

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

avise n/s/r tyre on wear bars ok for mot requirement

Pass 2 Dec 2006 15,700 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

front tyreswearing unevenly suggest tracking check 205/55/16

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 STZ is a 2003 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 STZ, 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 STZ registered?

LV53 STZ is a 2003 Renault Megane, first registered on 6 December 2003.

Is LV53 STZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV53 STZ shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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