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FD51 LFL

2001 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2019
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

108,677 mi
Last recorded108,677 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2018
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD51 LFL
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2018 108,677 miles

Offside Track rod end modified, but not inappropriately (2.1.3 (f) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2017 96,659 miles

Nearside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face very very rusty (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing little bit noise

Offside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face very very rusty (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Inner side wall of tyre damaged\rubbed but not showing canvas

Fail 1 Dec 2017 96,433 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Central exhaust rotted\cracked and loose, not likely to fall off but not great.

Nearside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face very very rusty (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing little bit noise

Offside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face very very rusty (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Inner side wall of tyre damaged\rubbed but not showing canvas

Pass 2 Dec 2016 90,801 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 2 Dec 2016 90,801 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Dec 2015 83,711 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2015 83,709 miles

Centre Front Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 11 Nov 2014 80,808 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 76,378 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 70,475 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2011 63,795 miles

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

front discs corroded

Fail 21 Oct 2011 63,795 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

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

front discs corroded

Pass 1 Nov 2010 56,337 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2010 56,337 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Oct 2009 52,193 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 47,852 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2008 47,839 miles

Rear Tie bar/rod corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 24 Oct 2007 44,113 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2006 40,140 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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FD51 LFL is a 2001 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FD51 LFL, 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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FD51 LFL is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 12 December 2001.

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