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HG51 LXE

2001 Renault Megane

Yellow Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

59,200 mi
Last recorded59,200 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2016
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG51 LXE
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2016 59,200 miles

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

offside rear wheel bearing slight roughness

Pass 9 Mar 2015 46,831 miles

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

windscreen damaged outside swept area

Pass 3 Mar 2014 37,723 miles

rear noise damper brace corroded

Pass 8 Mar 2013 34,732 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 33,858 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 31,797 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 29,663 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2010 29,613 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

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

Pass 28 Feb 2009 27,544 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2008 25,411 miles

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

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

inner face on front discs in poor condition.

Pass 17 Feb 2007 23,310 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 11 Feb 2006 16,924 miles

both front tyres low on edges

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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HG51 LXE is a 2001 Renault Megane in Yellow with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 HG51 LXE, 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 HG51 LXE registered?

HG51 LXE is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 9 October 2001.

Is HG51 LXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG51 LXE shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HG51 LXE have outstanding finance?

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