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L44 TRA

2001 Renault Megane

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests26 (22 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

96,720 mi
Last recorded96,720 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL44 TRA
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

22 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 96,720 miles

Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both rear axle bushes (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jul 2025 94,795 miles

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2024 92,681 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2023 90,484 miles

Offside Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2022 87,600 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2022 87,596 miles

Nearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 Jul 2021 84,586 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2020 80,224 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Apr 2019 78,584 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2018 76,985 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 75,911 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 72,013 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2016 72,013 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Mar 2015 69,901 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 68,933 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2013 67,536 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 66,393 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 63,432 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2011 63,431 miles

Centre Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 29 Mar 2010 60,030 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 55,237 miles

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 31 Mar 2008 51,758 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 47,070 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 42,171 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2005 37,833 miles

Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 21 Jun 2005 37,833 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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L44 TRA is a 2001 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 L44 TRA, 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 L44 TRA registered?

L44 TRA is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 27 April 2001.

Is L44 TRA safe to buy?

The MOT history for L44 TRA shows 26 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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