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Renault Megane

Red · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LR53 EVPMOT history

LR53 EVP is a red petrol Renault Megane first used on 11 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 6 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 71,105 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jan 2026.

LR53 EVP red Renault Megane – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Renault Megane, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 6 Jan 2027
Mileage
71,105 mi
At MOT on 7 Jan 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,182 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR53 EVP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Renault
Model
Megane
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
11 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR53 EVP was last recorded at 71,105 miles on 7 Jan 2026, 1,637 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
69,468 miles · 7 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
1,637 miles
Average per year
3,182 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 71,105 miles
  • 2025 – 69,468 miles
  • 2023 – 66,479 miles
  • 2022 – 64,296 miles
  • 2021 – 59,882 miles
  • 2020 – 57,679 miles
  • 2019 – 53,334 miles
  • 2018 – 49,139 miles
  • 2017 – 45,673 miles
  • 2016 – 41,986 miles
  • 2015 – 37,809 miles
  • 2014 – 33,809 miles
  • 2013 – 31,136 miles
  • 2012 – 27,713 miles
  • 2011 – 23,799 miles
  • 2010 – 21,414 miles
  • 2009 – 17,012 miles
  • 2007 – 13,171 miles
  • 2006 – 10,267 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,105 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both sides (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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 Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

28 tests since 25 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,105 miles (+1,637)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    71,105 miles
    Test number
    141591886113
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both sides (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass69,468 miles (+2,989)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    69,468 miles
    Test number
    273062352783

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass66,479 miles (+2,183)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    66,479 miles
    Test number
    257978262763
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  4. Pass64,296 miles (+4,414)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    64,296 miles
    Test number
    572611380168
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  5. Pass59,882 miles (+2,203)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    59,882 miles
    Test number
    516911040625
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  6. Pass57,679 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    57,679 miles
    Test number
    409410243218
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail57,679 miles (+19)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,679 miles
    Test number
    542718773132
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail57,660 miles (+4,326)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,660 miles
    Test number
    318696968013
    • MajorAll direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp both rear (4.4.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.5.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryMist of oil under the engine

  9. Pass53,334 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    53,334 miles
    Test number
    522235746565

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail53,334 miles (+4,195)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,334 miles
    Test number
    972172592334
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass49,139 miles (+3,466)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    49,139 miles
    Test number
    736834844559
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Pass45,673 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    45,673 miles
    Test number
    858065087379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail45,673 miles (+6)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,673 miles
    Test number
    355811003299
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureTyre has ply or cords exposed (17 years old) (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre stop lamp not working
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre in very poor condition(17 years old)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre in poor condition

  14. Fail45,667 miles (+3,681)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,667 miles
    Test number
    248596751946
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • 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)

  15. Pass41,986 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    41,986 miles
    Test number
    321988847691

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail41,986 miles (+4,177)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,986 miles
    Test number
    608952172127
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  17. Pass37,809 miles (+4,000)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    37,809 miles
    Test number
    907880405184
    • NoteOsr tyre deteriorating

  18. Pass33,809 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    33,809 miles
    Test number
    895324694015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail33,809 miles (+47)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,809 miles
    Test number
    939924694010
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  20. Fail33,762 miles (+2,626)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,762 miles
    Test number
    557327174090
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  21. Pass31,136 miles (+3,423)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    31,136 miles
    Test number
    805538383001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass27,713 miles (+3,914)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    27,713 miles
    Test number
    159640182422
    • NoteFront wiper split on all edges

  23. Pass23,799 miles (+2,385)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    23,799 miles
    Test number
    948399361000
    • NoteBoth front tyres on legal limit
    • NoteFront number plate cracked but readable

  24. Pass21,414 miles (+4,402)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    21,414 miles
    Test number
    242498170070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass17,012 miles (+3,841)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    17,012 miles
    Test number
    880210679067
    • NoteFront number cracked on top section but still readable.

  26. Pass13,171 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    13,171 miles
    Test number
    762279797226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail13,171 miles (+2,904)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,171 miles
    Test number
    962099897274
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  28. Pass10,267 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    10,267 miles
    Test number
    222169326384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR53 EVP

Does LR53 EVP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR53 EVP is valid until 6 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR53 EVP?
The MOT on LR53 EVP is valid until 6 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR53 EVP done?
LR53 EVP was recorded at 71,105 miles at its MOT on 7 Jan 2026, an average of 3,182 miles a year.
Has LR53 EVP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR53 EVP has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Oct 2020.
Has the mileage on LR53 EVP 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 LR53 EVP find?
LR53 EVP passed its latest MOT on 7 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; rear axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both sides; rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides.

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