
Renault Megane
Black · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc
LF52 OBUMOT history
LF52 OBU is a black petrol Renault Megane first used on 1 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 29 Sept 2027 and it has passed 22 of 35 MOT tests, with 158,006 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Sept 2026.

- MOT
- Valid
- Until 29 Sept 2027
- Mileage
- 158,006 mi
- At MOT on 15 Sept 2026
- MOT tests
- 35
- 22 passed · 13 failed
- Per year
- 4,095 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LF52 OBU
- Registration format
- Current format (from 2001)
- Make
- Renault
- Model
- Megane
- Colour
- Black
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,598 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2002
- First used
- 1 Sept 2002
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 29 Sept 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 15 Sept 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
LF52 OBU was last recorded at 158,006 miles on 15 Sept 2026, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Sept 2026.
- Previous MOT
- 157,995 miles · 14 Sept 2026
- Between the last two tests
- 11 miles
- Average per year
- 4,095 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 158,006 miles
- 2025 – 156,932 miles
- 2024 – 155,646 miles
- 2023 – 154,727 miles
- 2022 – 152,682 miles
- 2021 – 150,574 miles
- 2020 – 148,195 miles
- 2019 – 146,513 miles
- 2018 – 144,984 miles
- 2017 – 143,591 miles
- 2016 – 141,455 miles
- 2015 – 139,151 miles
- 2014 – 136,817 miles
- 2013 – 134,324 miles
- 2012 – 127,462 miles
- 2011 – 120,043 miles
- 2010 – 113,927 miles
- 2009 – 105,157 miles
- 2008 – 96,158 miles
- 2007 – 88,536 miles
- 2006 – 79,758 miles
- 2005 – 71,850 miles
What the latest MOT found
- MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 10 MOTs since 2019
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
- AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
- AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
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.
Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective
Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2025
Horn not working
Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025
Oil leak, but not excessive
Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023
Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning
Minor2 MOTs, 2020
Front Engine mounting damaged but not to excess
Advisory2 MOTs, 2020
Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured
Advisory2 MOTs, 2020
Full MOT history
35 tests since 31 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass158,006 miles (+11)2 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 29 Sept 2027
- Odometer
- 158,006 miles
- Test number
- 919375817549
- MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail157,995 miles (+1,063)3 major2 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 157,995 miles
- Test number
- 909705973670
- MajorMain beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass156,932 miles (+13)2 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 29 Sept 2026
- Odometer
- 156,932 miles
- Test number
- 982913844570
- MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryFront Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
Fail156,919 miles (+1,273)7 major2 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 156,919 miles
- Test number
- 981534737924
- MajorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorHeadlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Pass155,646 miles1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 29 Sept 2025
- Odometer
- 155,646 miles
- Test number
- 420554506113
- MinorHeadlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))
- AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Fail155,646 miles (+919)2 major1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 155,646 miles
- Test number
- 441148255530
- MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
- MajorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MinorHeadlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))
- AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass154,727 miles (+2,045)2 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 25 Sept 2024
- Odometer
- 154,727 miles
- Test number
- 357095899030
- MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very low (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Pass152,682 miles (+2,108)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 5 Sept 2023
- Odometer
- 152,682 miles
- Test number
- 484441465264
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass150,574 miles1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 24 Aug 2022
- Odometer
- 150,574 miles
- Test number
- 257235778404
- MinorUpper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front fog light not working
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail150,572 miles (+2,377)3 major1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 150,572 miles
- Test number
- 232129573042
- MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
- MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MinorUpper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front fog light not working
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass148,195 miles (+2)2 minor8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 21 Jul 2021
- Odometer
- 148,195 miles
- Test number
- 579696648080
- MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Fail148,193 miles (+1,680)4 major2 minor8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 148,193 miles
- Test number
- 804818867837
- MajorNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Pass146,513 miles1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Sept 2020
- Odometer
- 146,513 miles
- Test number
- 827987783100
- MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Fail146,511 miles (+1,527)2 dangerous1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 146,511 miles
- Test number
- 383005944543
- DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass144,984 miles (+1,393)1 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 11 Sept 2019
- Odometer
- 144,984 miles
- Test number
- 681037011153
- MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust noisy catalist rattling (8.1.1 (a))
Pass143,591 miles (+2,136)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 11 Sept 2018
- Odometer
- 143,591 miles
- Test number
- 331013430765
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn bald inner edge
Pass141,455 miles (+2,304)
- MOT expiry
- 11 Sept 2017
- Odometer
- 141,455 miles
- Test number
- 585223317183
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass139,151 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 11 Sept 2016
- Odometer
- 139,151 miles
- Test number
- 809178741227
- AdvisoryE M L on
- AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryOil leak
Fail139,151 miles (+2,334)2 failures3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 139,151 miles
- Test number
- 361670041822
- FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure out of shape (4.1.D.1b)
- FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- AdvisoryE M L on
- AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryOil leak
Pass136,817 miles (+2,493)3 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 11 Sept 2015
- Odometer
- 136,817 miles
- Test number
- 355372154221
- AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
- AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- NoteOil leak
- NoteNearside rear tyre worn outer edge
Pass134,324 miles (+6,862)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 11 Sept 2014
- Odometer
- 134,324 miles
- Test number
- 485194453276
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryRear engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)
Fail127,462 miles3 repaired1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 127,462 miles
- Test number
- 869036352271
- Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
- NoteEngine management light illuminated
Pass127,462 miles (+7,419)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 11 Sept 2013
- Odometer
- 127,462 miles
- Test number
- 936446152286
- NoteEngine management light illuminated
Pass120,043 miles1 note
- MOT expiry
- 6 Sept 2012
- Odometer
- 120,043 miles
- Test number
- 398403541487
- NoteEngine management light illuminated
Fail120,043 miles (+6,116)1 repaired1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 120,043 miles
- Test number
- 726583041213
- Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- NoteEngine management light illuminated
Pass113,927 miles
- MOT expiry
- 6 Sept 2011
- Odometer
- 113,927 miles
- Test number
- 851890750203
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail113,927 miles (+8,770)6 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 113,927 miles
- Test number
- 284805140222
- FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
- FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
- FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
- FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
- FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Pass105,157 miles (+8,999)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 6 Sept 2010
- Odometer
- 105,157 miles
- Test number
- 272140459260
- NoteEngine management light illuminated
Pass96,158 miles
- MOT expiry
- 1 Sept 2009
- Odometer
- 96,158 miles
- Test number
- 243792248276
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail96,158 miles (+7,622)4 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 96,158 miles
- Test number
- 500291948220
- FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
- FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
- FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Pass88,536 miles4 notes
- MOT expiry
- 1 Sept 2008
- Odometer
- 88,536 miles
- Test number
- 341861347410
- NoteBoth front brake discs rusting on inside face
- NoteNail in o/s/f tyre
- NoteRear brake efforts slightly uneven
- NoteRear tyres very close to 1.6mm tread depth limit
Fail88,536 miles (+8,778)2 repaired4 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 88,536 miles
- Test number
- 692951147242
- Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
- Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- NoteBoth front brake discs rusting on inside face
- NoteNail in o/s/f tyre
- NoteRear brake efforts slightly uneven
- NoteRear tyres very close to 1.6mm tread depth limit
Pass79,758 miles (+7,908)
- MOT expiry
- 1 Sept 2007
- Odometer
- 79,758 miles
- Test number
- 453016036288
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass71,850 miles
- MOT expiry
- 1 Sept 2006
- Odometer
- 71,850 miles
- Test number
- 390473945259
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail71,850 miles5 failures1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 71,850 miles
- Test number
- 371063745440
- FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- NoteFront brake discs in poor condition
Questions about LF52 OBU
- Does LF52 OBU currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LF52 OBU is valid until 29 Sept 2027.
- When is the MOT due on LF52 OBU?
- The MOT on LF52 OBU is valid until 29 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has LF52 OBU done?
- LF52 OBU was recorded at 158,006 miles at its MOT on 15 Sept 2026, an average of 4,095 miles a year.
- Has LF52 OBU ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LF52 OBU has failed 13 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Sept 2026.
- Has the mileage on LF52 OBU 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 LF52 OBU find?
- LF52 OBU passed its latest MOT on 15 Sept 2026 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; offside front headlamp lens slightly defective; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 5 more.
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