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GJ51 LFT

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2021
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

111,042 mi
Last recorded111,042 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2020
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ51 LFT
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2020 111,042 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 108,972 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 106,581 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 12 Sep 2017 104,286 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 101,729 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 99,115 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2015 99,115 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 19 Sep 2014 96,464 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 19 Sep 2014 96,464 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 93,685 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 90,813 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2012 90,784 miles

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

Front Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Sep 2011 87,795 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 83,835 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2010 83,752 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Sep 2009 78,784 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2008 72,384 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2008 72,384 miles

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

Fail 20 Aug 2007 64,044 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Aug 2007 64,044 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 51,720 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 29 Aug 2006 51,720 miles

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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GJ51 LFT is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 GJ51 LFT, 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 GJ51 LFT registered?

GJ51 LFT is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 13 September 2001.

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