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GL51 NLZ

2001 Renault Megane

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2016
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

125,897 mi
Last recorded125,897 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2015
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL51 NLZ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2015 125,897 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 111,025 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 101,627 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2012 92,848 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2011 83,718 miles

rear wiper perished

Fail 3 Dec 2011 83,970 miles

Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

rear wiper perished

Fail 3 Aug 2011 84,718 miles

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

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

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

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

little reserve travel park brake

power steering pipe insecure

rear crossmember slightly corroded

rear wiper perished

slight damage to o/s/f inner bead

Pass 3 Nov 2010 80,571 miles

Rear stabilzer arm is corroded,this is a non component related advisory but would advise replacement.

Pass 5 Nov 2009 74,000 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

rear (bolt on) cross member corroded

Pass 5 Nov 2008 66,570 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2008 66,570 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

both rear brake discs rusted

Pass 12 Feb 2008 65,984 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 58,436 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2007 58,436 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 9 Feb 2006 50,717 miles

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

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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GL51 NLZ is a 2001 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 GL51 NLZ, 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 GL51 NLZ registered?

GL51 NLZ is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 14 November 2001.

Is GL51 NLZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL51 NLZ shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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