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GF51 LHC

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2024
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

105,127 mi
Last recorded105,127 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2023
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF51 LHC
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2023 105,127 miles

both front tyres and nsr tyre on legal limit

oil leak

Pass 8 Jul 2022 93,684 miles

Exhaust system corroded

Front suspension components are corroded

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 30 Jun 2022 93,449 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust system corroded

Front suspension components are corroded

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Jul 2021 83,857 miles

Exhaust system is corroded

Front suspension components are corroded

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Jul 2020 80,756 miles

Exhaust system is corroded

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 Jul 2019 77,170 miles

Exhaust system is corroded

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2018 74,214 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2018 74,192 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 Jul 2017 70,332 miles

Exhaust system is corroded

Pass 4 Jul 2016 67,129 miles

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

Oil leak ()

exhaust system is slightly corroded

Pass 9 Jul 2015 64,173 miles

Exhaust system is slightly corroded.

Oil leak

Fail 8 Jul 2014 60,368 miles

Child seat fitted in nearside rear.

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 8 Jul 2014 60,368 miles

Child seat fitted in nearside rear.

Pass 11 Jul 2013 56,917 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 10 Jul 2013 56,904 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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)

Pass 9 Jul 2012 53,371 miles

Oil leak

Pass 1 Jul 2011 45,634 miles

Both front brake discs pitted on inner faces.

Pass 10 Jul 2010 42,519 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2010 42,519 miles

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

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

o/s/r tyre perished

Pass 10 Jul 2009 39,095 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 359,720 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 23,162 miles
Fail 12 May 2007 23,162 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 25 Feb 2006 20,627 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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GF51 LHC is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GF51 LHC, 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 GF51 LHC registered?

GF51 LHC is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 27 October 2001.

Is GF51 LHC safe to buy?

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