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Renault Megane

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LM03 VZAMOT history

LM03 VZA is a black petrol Renault Megane first used on 28 Jun 2003. Its MOT expired on 21 Dec 2022 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 107,592 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Dec 2021.

LM03 VZA black Renault Megane – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Renault Megane, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 21 Dec 2022
Mileage
107,592 mi
At MOT on 10 Dec 2021
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,397 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM03 VZA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Renault
Model
Megane
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
28 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
10 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM03 VZA was last recorded at 107,592 miles on 10 Dec 2021, 13,892 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Dec 2020.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 16 Nov 2018: 91,530 miles, lower than 98,548 miles on 20 Nov 2017.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
93,700 miles · 22 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
13,892 miles
Average per year
5,397 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 107,592 miles
  • 2020 – 93,700 miles
  • 2019 – 93,204 miles
  • 2018 – 91,532 miles
  • 2017 – 98,548 miles
  • 2016 – 87,586 miles
  • 2015 – 85,750 miles
  • 2014 – 83,194 miles
  • 2013 – 77,095 miles
  • 2012 – 72,878 miles
  • 2011 – 66,311 miles
  • 2010 – 61,022 miles
  • 2009 – 55,191 miles
  • 2008 – 45,084 miles
  • 2007 – 36,041 miles
  • 2006 – 24,090 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,592 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorSteering lock not functioning (7.3 (a))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Non obligatory mirror damaged
  • AdvisoryRear Fog light warning light staying on

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.

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S + O/S (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

24 tests since 21 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass107,592 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    107,592 miles
    Test number
    388903518122
    • MinorSteering lock not functioning (7.3 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Fog light warning light staying on

  2. Fail107,592 miles (+13,892)6 major1 repaired2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,592 miles
    Test number
    199255174485
    • MajorEmissions not tested Oil Warning Light Staying On (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorSteering lock not functioning (7.3 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Fog light warning light staying on

  3. Pass93,700 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    93,700 miles
    Test number
    154773697245
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Fail93,700 miles (+496)1 dangerous3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,700 miles
    Test number
    417480821243
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass93,204 miles (+1,672)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    93,204 miles
    Test number
    385909180858
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass91,532 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    91,532 miles
    Test number
    985880928715
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Fail91,530 miles (-7,018)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,530 miles
    Test number
    343392710138
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Down Pipe Flex With Catalytic Convetor (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass98,548 miles (+9,001)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    98,548 miles
    Test number
    940930004445
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S + O/S (3.5.1i)

  9. Fail89,547 miles (+1,961)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,547 miles
    Test number
    337046563979
    • FailureFront Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush N/S + O/S Inner (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S + O/S (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering Arm Has Slight Play

  10. Pass87,586 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    87,586 miles
    Test number
    237839154855

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail87,585 miles (+1,835)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,585 miles
    Test number
    385479012997
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  12. Pass85,750 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    85,750 miles
    Test number
    563185426750

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail85,750 miles (+2,556)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,750 miles
    Test number
    192593987054
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

  14. Pass83,194 miles (+6,099)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    83,194 miles
    Test number
    405597974220
    • NoteO/F tyre just above the legal limit.....
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteRear brake pad's low

  15. Pass77,095 miles (+4,217)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    77,095 miles
    Test number
    905310373230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass72,878 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    72,878 miles
    Test number
    469644062278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail72,878 miles (+6,567)4 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,878 miles
    Test number
    165003362208
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside and Offside front top suspension mountings have movement on turnings.
    • NoteOffside front tyre inner and outer edges wearing smooth also wearing low.

  18. Pass66,311 miles (+5,289)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    66,311 miles
    Test number
    887607051248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass61,022 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    61,022 miles
    Test number
    631496640269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail61,022 miles (+5,831)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,022 miles
    Test number
    681016140296
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  21. Pass55,191 miles (+10,107)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    55,191 miles
    Test number
    352371249488
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  22. Pass45,084 miles (+9,043)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    45,084 miles
    Test number
    683787048258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass36,041 miles (+11,951)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    36,041 miles
    Test number
    423907877140
    • 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)

  24. Pass24,090 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    24,090 miles
    Test number
    383622676120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM03 VZA

Does LM03 VZA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM03 VZA expired on 21 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM03 VZA?
The MOT on LM03 VZA expired on 21 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM03 VZA done?
LM03 VZA was recorded at 107,592 miles at its MOT on 10 Dec 2021, an average of 5,397 miles a year.
Has LM03 VZA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM03 VZA has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on LM03 VZA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 16 Nov 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LM03 VZA find?
LM03 VZA passed its latest MOT on 10 Dec 2021 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: steering lock not functioning; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; offside non obligatory mirror damaged, and 1 more.

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