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LG51 JKU

2001 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2016
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

75,015 mi
Last recorded75,015 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2015
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG51 JKU
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2015 75,015 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 71,287 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 69,894 miles

o/s rear tyre wall perished

Pass 21 May 2012 67,762 miles

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

Fail 21 May 2012 67,751 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

Pass 19 May 2011 65,142 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 19 May 2011 65,142 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber detached (2.7.2b)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 21 May 2010 63,051 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 61,449 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 58,184 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 54,700 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2006 50,829 miles
Fail 16 May 2006 50,829 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 May 2005 42,415 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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LG51 JKU is a 2001 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 LG51 JKU, 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

How do I check the history of LG51 JKU?

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What year was LG51 JKU registered?

LG51 JKU is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 24 December 2001.

Is LG51 JKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG51 JKU shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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