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LM51 HKP

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2018
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

32,647 mi
Last recorded32,647 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2017
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM51 HKP
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2017 32,647 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 28,263 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 23,893 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 17 Jun 2014 20,730 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 17 Jun 2014 20,730 miles

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 20 Jun 2013 17,569 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

nearside front seatbelt casing missing but seatbelt still fully operational

Fail 20 Jun 2013 17,569 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

nearside front seatbelt casing missing but seatbelt still fully operational

Pass 21 Jun 2012 15,745 miles

Cover missing from n/s/f seat belt stalk.

Fail 21 Jun 2012 15,745 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Cover missing from n/s/f seat belt stalk.

Pass 22 Jun 2011 12,927 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 10,440 miles

NOTE: Nearside front seat belt stalk plastic cover is missing

Fail 23 Jun 2010 10,439 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Additional braking device wiring not secure (3.6.I.5)

Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

WARNING: Strong smell of fuel from vehicle during testing but no leak was found at time of test Recommend checking for possable fault!!

Offside front inner wing plastic guard is insecure

Pass 17 Nov 2008 8,518 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2007 7,251 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2007 7,251 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 16 Nov 2006 7,203 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Nov 2006 7,203 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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LM51 HKP is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LM51 HKP, 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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LM51 HKP is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 4 December 2001.

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