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Renault Megane

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LM03 LXZMOT history

LM03 LXZ is a silver petrol Renault Megane first used on 12 Jul 2003. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 79,439 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jul 2026.

LM03 LXZ silver Renault Megane – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Renault Megane, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jul 2027
Mileage
79,439 mi
At MOT on 15 Jul 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,018 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM03 LXZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Renault
Model
Megane
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
12 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM03 LXZ was last recorded at 79,439 miles on 15 Jul 2026, 773 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,666 miles · 14 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
773 miles
Average per year
3,018 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 79,439 miles
  • 2025 – 78,666 miles
  • 2024 – 78,266 miles
  • 2023 – 77,750 miles
  • 2022 – 76,959 miles
  • 2021 – 75,979 miles
  • 2020 – 75,338 miles
  • 2019 – 73,437 miles
  • 2018 – 70,987 miles
  • 2017 – 69,292 miles
  • 2016 – 66,457 miles
  • 2015 – 64,038 miles
  • 2014 – 61,438 miles
  • 2013 – 58,061 miles
  • 2012 – 53,852 miles
  • 2011 – 49,214 miles
  • 2010 – 43,024 miles
  • 2009 – 37,039 miles
  • 2008 – 30,327 miles
  • 2007 – 24,720 miles
  • 2006 – 18,988 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,439 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Nearside and Offside suspension arms, shock absorber outer casings, wheel hubs, anti roll bar, track rod ends (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Coolant leak

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

27 tests since 5 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,439 miles (+773)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    79,439 miles
    Test number
    387223107809
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Nearside and Offside suspension arms, shock absorber outer casings, wheel hubs, anti roll bar, track rod ends (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass78,666 miles (+400)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    78,666 miles
    Test number
    636467727679
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass78,266 miles (+516)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    78,266 miles
    Test number
    447469188160
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass77,750 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    77,750 miles
    Test number
    144245750442
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail77,750 miles (+791)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,750 miles
    Test number
    624203366503
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass76,959 miles (+980)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    76,959 miles
    Test number
    210862372234
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  7. Pass75,979 miles (+641)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    75,979 miles
    Test number
    963721217079
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass75,338 miles (+1,901)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    75,338 miles
    Test number
    162561987562
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass73,437 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    73,437 miles
    Test number
    928275911888
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail73,437 miles (+70)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,437 miles
    Test number
    476402487846
    • DangerousFront Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system joint on front to rear brake pipe (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail73,367 miles (+2,380)1 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,367 miles
    Test number
    762520878203
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear metal brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorBrake pipe inadequately clipped or supported Front to rear not supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated small split (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner disc face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner disc face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass70,987 miles (+1,695)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    70,987 miles
    Test number
    264801376885
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  13. Pass69,292 miles (+2,835)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    69,292 miles
    Test number
    685238449186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass66,457 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    66,457 miles
    Test number
    718275152671

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail66,457 miles (+2,419)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,457 miles
    Test number
    829841999498
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  16. Pass64,038 miles (+2,600)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    64,038 miles
    Test number
    508867585150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass61,438 miles (+3,377)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    61,438 miles
    Test number
    578688984148
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  18. Pass58,061 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    58,061 miles
    Test number
    255042593469
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Fail58,061 miles (+4,209)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,061 miles
    Test number
    537752693193
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass53,852 miles (+4,638)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    53,852 miles
    Test number
    529131782109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass49,214 miles (+6,190)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    49,214 miles
    Test number
    278812781406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass43,024 miles (+5,985)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    43,024 miles
    Test number
    912323980102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass37,039 miles (+6,712)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    37,039 miles
    Test number
    544731499172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass30,327 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    30,327 miles
    Test number
    531699988163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail30,327 miles (+5,607)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,327 miles
    Test number
    613309988142
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

  26. Pass24,720 miles (+5,732)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    24,720 miles
    Test number
    793660307243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass18,988 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    18,988 miles
    Test number
    490656486132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM03 LXZ

Does LM03 LXZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM03 LXZ is valid until 22 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM03 LXZ?
The MOT on LM03 LXZ is valid until 22 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM03 LXZ done?
LM03 LXZ was recorded at 79,439 miles at its MOT on 15 Jul 2026, an average of 3,018 miles a year.
Has LM03 LXZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM03 LXZ has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on LM03 LXZ 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 LM03 LXZ find?
LM03 LXZ passed its latest MOT on 15 Jul 2026 with 6 advisories: front suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside and offside suspension arms, shock absorber outer casings, wheel hubs, anti roll bar, track rod ends; nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule, and 3 more.

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