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Renault Megane

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

LM53 RUCMOT history

LM53 RUC is a silver petrol Renault Megane first used on 28 Feb 2004. Its MOT expired on 22 Mar 2019 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 73,107 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jul 2022.

LM53 RUC silver Renault Megane – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Renault Megane, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 22 Mar 2019
Mileage
73,107 mi
At MOT on 28 Jul 2022
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,895 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM53 RUC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Renault
Model
Megane
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
28 Feb 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Mar 2019
Latest MOT test
28 Jul 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

LM53 RUC was last recorded at 73,107 miles on 28 Jul 2022, 219 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Mar 2018.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,888 miles · 19 Mar 2018
Between the last two tests
219 miles
Average per year
2,895 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 73,107 miles
  • 2018 – 72,888 miles
  • 2017 – 69,660 miles
  • 2016 – 65,500 miles
  • 2015 – 61,682 miles
  • 2014 – 58,624 miles
  • 2013 – 55,095 miles
  • 2012 – 51,507 miles
  • 2011 – 47,769 miles
  • 2010 – 44,374 miles
  • 2009 – 40,534 miles
  • 2008 – 33,133 miles
  • 2007 – 28,594 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail73,107 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront suspension rusty
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear discs rusty

What MOT failures 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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2017

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2010

Full MOT history

16 tests since 27 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail73,107 miles (+219)7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,107 miles
    Test number
    603474966630
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension rusty
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear discs rusty

  2. Pass72,888 miles (+3,228)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    72,888 miles
    Test number
    416374260384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass69,660 miles (+4,160)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    69,660 miles
    Test number
    661048020166
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  4. Pass65,500 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    65,500 miles
    Test number
    349215445469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail65,500 miles (+3,818)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,500 miles
    Test number
    863522509778
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  6. Pass61,682 miles (+3,058)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    61,682 miles
    Test number
    119481175047
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  7. Pass58,624 miles (+3,529)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    58,624 miles
    Test number
    417802574019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass55,095 miles (+3,588)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    55,095 miles
    Test number
    185424573003
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOSF outer CV boot clip breaking

  9. Pass51,507 miles (+3,738)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    51,507 miles
    Test number
    545462172071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass47,769 miles (+3,395)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    47,769 miles
    Test number
    685516861013
    • NoteSlight play in n/s/f inner steering arm
    • NoteSlight play in o/s/f inner steering arm

  11. Pass44,374 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    44,374 miles
    Test number
    880764560046
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBrake discs worn and corroded

  12. Fail44,374 miles (+3,840)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,374 miles
    Test number
    991831060089
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteBottom engine mount broken
    • NoteBrake discs worn and corroded

  13. Pass40,534 miles (+7,401)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    40,534 miles
    Test number
    493343669029
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NotePlay in n/s/f inner steering arm
    • NotePlay in o/s/f inner steering arm
    • NoteSlight ncorrosion on all disks

  14. Pass33,133 miles (+4,539)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2009
    Odometer
    33,133 miles
    Test number
    974938748175
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteFront wiperblade starting too split
    • NoteSlight play in nearside front steering arm

  15. Pass28,594 miles (+114)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    28,594 miles
    Test number
    581347667081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail28,480 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,480 miles
    Test number
    583958057013
    • FailureOffside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LM53 RUC

Does LM53 RUC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM53 RUC expired on 22 Mar 2019, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM53 RUC?
The MOT on LM53 RUC expired on 22 Mar 2019. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM53 RUC done?
LM53 RUC was recorded at 73,107 miles at its MOT on 28 Jul 2022, an average of 2,895 miles a year.
Has LM53 RUC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM53 RUC has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on LM53 RUC 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 LM53 RUC find?
LM53 RUC failed its latest MOT on 28 Jul 2022 with 7 major defects and 4 advisories: nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced; nearside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; nearside rear service brake excessively fluctuating, and 8 more.

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