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BK51 LVJ

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

52,091 mi
Last recorded52,091 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2014
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK51 LVJ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2014 52,091 miles

Gearbox mounting defective

Oil leak

front pads on o/s/f getting low, discs lipped slightly.

Pass 1 Nov 2013 50,299 miles

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

O/S/F brake binding slightly

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

Pass 16 Oct 2012 48,497 miles

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

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

rear lower anti-viberation beam corroded

rear wiper split

Fail 16 Oct 2012 48,497 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

rear lower anti-viberation beam corroded

rear wiper split

Pass 3 Nov 2011 46,573 miles

Rear Lateral Bar Crossing Under The Floor Pan Has Corroided

rear wiper blade split

Pass 19 Oct 2010 44,260 miles

center support bracket corroded non test item

Pass 12 Oct 2009 41,754 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 39,488 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2008 39,478 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Oct 2007 35,760 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 32,137 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 LVJ is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 LVJ, 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.

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What year was BK51 LVJ registered?

BK51 LVJ is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 5 October 2001.

Is BK51 LVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK51 LVJ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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