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LC51 ZHJ

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

164,179 mi
Last recorded164,179 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2013
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC51 ZHJ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2013 164,179 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 158,787 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 153,836 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 148,361 miles

Both front brake disc's scored and worn,

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2009 142,518 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 137,634 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 131,055 miles
Fail 16 May 2007 130,951 miles

Centre Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

damage to n/s and o/s/front wings and doors

Pass 11 May 2006 110,905 miles

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

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

door o/s/rear will not open from out side

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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LC51 ZHJ is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 LC51 ZHJ, 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 LC51 ZHJ registered?

LC51 ZHJ is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 25 October 2001.

Is LC51 ZHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC51 ZHJ shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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