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LJ51 AEF

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2016
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

102,768 mi
Last recorded102,768 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2015
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ51 AEF
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2015 102,768 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 22 Jun 2015 102,796 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 1 Jul 2014 95,001 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 86,632 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 79,364 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 72,648 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 65,093 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 56,906 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2009 56,906 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 8 May 2008 49,849 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 49,849 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 43,841 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 36,606 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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LJ51 AEF is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 LJ51 AEF, 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

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What year was LJ51 AEF registered?

LJ51 AEF is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 30 December 2001.

Is LJ51 AEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ51 AEF shows 13 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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