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HF51 LJE

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

191,800 mi
Last recorded191,800 miles
Recorded on21 May 2015
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF51 LJE
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 May 2015 191,800 miles
Fail 21 May 2015 191,800 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Apr 2014 176,550 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 26 Apr 2013 160,113 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 144,063 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 128,505 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 112,996 miles
Fail 14 May 2010 112,996 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 11 May 2009 96,731 miles
Fail 11 May 2009 96,731 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Inner Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 15 May 2008 82,031 miles

n/s/r tyre slightly out of shape.

Fail 14 May 2008 81,967 miles

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

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

n/s/r tyre slightly out of shape.

Pass 26 Apr 2007 65,180 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 49,354 miles

nail in tyre

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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HF51 LJE is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 HF51 LJE, 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 HF51 LJE registered?

HF51 LJE is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 20 September 2001.

Is HF51 LJE safe to buy?

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