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GU51 LRF

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

79,458 mi
Last recorded79,458 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2021
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU51 LRF
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2021 79,458 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2020 73,951 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 67,994 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 61,905 miles

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

Fail 28 Apr 2018 61,844 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Pass 20 Oct 2016 49,476 miles

Nearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Sep 2015 44,690 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 41,054 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 37,483 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 35,156 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 32,209 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2011 32,165 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nail in rear tyre

rear brace bar corrode

Pass 21 Sep 2010 29,886 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 27,818 miles

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

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 6 Oct 2008 24,627 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 21,548 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2006 18,387 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2006 18,387 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Oct 2005 13,273 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)

nearside front tyre just on 1.6 m.m. legal tread limit

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 LRF is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 GU51 LRF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GU51 LRF registered?

GU51 LRF is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 3 September 2001.

Is GU51 LRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU51 LRF shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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