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LB51 VSC

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

95,150 mi
Last recorded95,150 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2013
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB51 VSC
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2013 95,150 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 92,862 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2011 88,547 miles

all four brake discs corroded on inner faces

Fail 10 Nov 2010 82,827 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2010 82,827 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 77,941 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2009 77,941 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Pass 30 Jun 2008 69,477 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2007 60,244 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 12 Apr 2007 60,244 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 148,908 miles

inner faces of front discs corroded

o/sf fog lens smashed

o/sr tyre wearing low

rear pads appear low through wheel

slight play in n/sf track rod end

slight play in o/s of steering rack

stone chip in screen

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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LB51 VSC is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 LB51 VSC, 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 LB51 VSC registered?

LB51 VSC is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 12 December 2001.

Is LB51 VSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB51 VSC shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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