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BK51 LGW

2001 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

74,489 mi
Last recorded74,489 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK51 LGW
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 74,489 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2024 66,908 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre @ 2.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre @ 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 Sep 2024 66,908 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre @ 2.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre @ 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Sep 2023 58,021 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2022 50,625 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 48,740 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 47,731 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 46,234 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2019 46,234 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 11 Sep 2018 44,331 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 42,268 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Sep 2016 39,948 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 37,266 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2014 35,225 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Sep 2014 35,225 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 33,158 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 31,056 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 28,558 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 26,661 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 24,138 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 21,182 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 17,983 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 14,866 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2005 10,875 miles

How Reliable is the Renault Megane?

Based on 7,306,346 MOT tests across 596,780 vehicles.

67.3%
Pass Rate
6,443
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
596,780
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 358,622
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 210,535
Registration plate lamp not working 191,357
position lamp(s) not working 180,297
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 159,959
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BK51 LGW is a 2001 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2001 Renault Megane models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 71,451 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Renault Megane fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 358,622 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BK51 LGW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault Megane typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 25 years old, this Renault Megane is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BK51 LGW registered?

BK51 LGW is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 14 September 2001.

Is BK51 LGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK51 LGW shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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