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Renault Megane

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 1,998 cc

L3 YAUMOT history

L3 YAU is a grey petrol Renault Megane first used on 3 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 11 Dec 2023 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 158,871 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Dec 2022.

L3 YAU grey Renault Megane – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Renault Megane, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 11 Dec 2023
Mileage
158,871 mi
At MOT on 12 Dec 2022
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,006 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L3 YAU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Renault
Model
Megane
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
3 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
12 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

L3 YAU was last recorded at 158,871 miles on 12 Dec 2022, 26 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
158,845 miles · 8 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
26 miles
Average per year
8,006 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 158,871 miles
  • 2021 – 148,130 miles
  • 2020 – 139,089 miles
  • 2019 – 128,003 miles
  • 2018 – 110,619 miles
  • 2017 – 92,809 miles
  • 2016 – 90,910 miles
  • 2015 – 81,316 miles
  • 2014 – 73,726 miles
  • 2013 – 68,890 miles
  • 2012 – 63,642 miles
  • 2011 – 58,078 miles
  • 2010 – 51,292 miles
  • 2009 – 51,185 miles
  • 2008 – 46,419 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,871 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) inner rack end(tie rod)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2019

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Rear brake discs corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Front break disks lipped

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

21 tests since 25 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass158,871 miles (+26)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    158,871 miles
    Test number
    703266701198
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) inner rack end(tie rod)

  2. Fail158,845 miles (+10,715)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,845 miles
    Test number
    104163685240
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) inner rack end(tie rod)

  3. Pass148,130 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    148,130 miles
    Test number
    744505169430
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) quite a bit of play in the inner rack end(tie rod)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin inside pad wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inside pad wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail148,125 miles (+9,036)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,125 miles
    Test number
    554073467827
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced headlamps need cleaning up (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced headlamps need cleaning up (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) quite a bit of play in the inner rack end(tie rod)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin inside pad wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inside pad wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass139,089 miles (+11,086)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    139,089 miles
    Test number
    397945667873

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass128,003 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    128,003 miles
    Test number
    678876334002
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Fail128,003 miles (+17,384)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,003 miles
    Test number
    893680395009
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass110,619 miles (+17,810)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    110,619 miles
    Test number
    483882195107
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass92,809 miles (+1,899)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    92,809 miles
    Test number
    710340983533
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  10. Pass90,910 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    90,910 miles
    Test number
    136989182908
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryFront break disks lipped

  11. Fail90,903 miles (+2,405)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,903 miles
    Test number
    546072916277
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryFront break disks lipped

  12. Pass88,498 miles (+7,182)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    88,498 miles
    Test number
    674779137702

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass81,316 miles (+7,590)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    81,316 miles
    Test number
    108163505142
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass73,726 miles (+4,836)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    73,726 miles
    Test number
    856839094060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass68,890 miles (+5,248)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    68,890 miles
    Test number
    949978773012
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAir bag light on

  16. Fail63,642 miles2 repaired4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,642 miles
    Test number
    285977482008
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAirbag light on

  17. Pass63,642 miles (+5,564)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    63,642 miles
    Test number
    818197382092
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAirbag light on

  18. Pass58,078 miles (+6,786)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    58,078 miles
    Test number
    356870391024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass51,292 miles (+107)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    51,292 miles
    Test number
    394862640002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass51,185 miles (+4,766)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    51,185 miles
    Test number
    402514449483
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass46,419 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    46,419 miles
    Test number
    263870338330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L3 YAU

Does L3 YAU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L3 YAU expired on 11 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L3 YAU?
The MOT on L3 YAU expired on 11 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L3 YAU done?
L3 YAU was recorded at 158,871 miles at its MOT on 12 Dec 2022, an average of 8,006 miles a year.
Has L3 YAU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L3 YAU has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on L3 YAU ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on L3 YAU find?
L3 YAU passed its latest MOT on 12 Dec 2022 with 1 advisory: nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s) inner rack end(tie rod).

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