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HN51 LEJ

2001 Renault Megane

Yellow Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2022
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

45,297 mi
Last recorded45,297 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2021
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN51 LEJ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2021 45,297 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2021 45,297 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2019 43,122 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2019 43,122 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Fail 29 Sep 2016 40,365 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2015 38,146 miles

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

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

Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 2 May 2014 36,680 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 35,263 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 32,983 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 30,892 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2009 28,619 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Nov 2009 28,619 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 24,217 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 21,839 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 15,739 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2005 10,876 miles

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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HN51 LEJ is a 2001 Renault Megane in Yellow with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 HN51 LEJ, 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 HN51 LEJ registered?

HN51 LEJ is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 4 October 2001.

Is HN51 LEJ safe to buy?

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