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GU51 LOF

2001 Renault Megane

Red Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2014
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

116,797 mi
Last recorded116,797 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2013
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU51 LOF
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2013 116,797 miles

Both rear tyres perished. ADVISE REPLACE TYRES SOON

Child seat in nearside front passenger position but not fitted at time of test so able to fully inspect adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Exhaust system deteriorated as catalyst rattles when tapped by hand at time of test.

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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)

Offside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside front fog lamp damaged but secure so no danger to others at time of test

Rear body stabiliser bar heavily corroded with centre missing. Advise renew part asap.

Rear wiper blade has rubber missing

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 7 Feb 2013 116,715 miles

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

Offside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Both rear tyres perished. ADVISE REPLACE TYRES SOON

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Child seat in nearside front passenger position but not fitted at time of test so able to fully inspect adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Exhaust system deteriorated as catalyst rattles when tapped by hand at time of test.

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside front fog lamp damaged but secure so no danger to others at time of test

Rear body stabiliser bar heavily corroded with centre missing. Advise renew part asap.

Rear wiper blade has rubber missing

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Feb 2012 103,716 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Noise cancelling bar rotted away

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 22 Feb 2012 103,716 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Noise cancelling bar rotted away

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Feb 2011 87,874 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front reg plate damaged

rear suspension noiose reduction beam has excessive corrosion and also has a section missing

Fail 16 Feb 2011 87,813 miles

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)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front reg plate damaged

rear suspension noiose reduction beam has excessive corrosion and also has a section missing

Pass 12 Mar 2010 75,786 miles

front brake discs pitted

offside front drive shaft gaitor slightly leaking

rear crossmember excessivly corroded but not a structural part of the body

Pass 26 Sep 2009 73,611 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

lateral bar fitted across rear of car is excessively corroded

Fail 26 Sep 2009 73,611 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

lateral bar fitted across rear of car is excessively corroded

Pass 30 Sep 2008 65,098 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 57,595 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 48,651 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2006 48,651 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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GU51 LOF is a 2001 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 GU51 LOF, 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 GU51 LOF registered?

GU51 LOF is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 9 October 2001.

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