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LM51 KUN

2001 Renault Megane

Yellow Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2017
Tests20 (11 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate55%

Mileage

114,795 mi
Last recorded114,795 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2016
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM51 KUN
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 9 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2016 114,795 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 108,685 miles

oil leak

Fail 12 Oct 2015 108,685 miles

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

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

oil leak

Pass 8 Oct 2014 103,837 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2014 103,813 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Oct 2013 98,844 miles

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

Fail 11 Oct 2013 98,790 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

brake servo not working at full efficiency

oil leak

Pass 12 Oct 2012 92,718 miles

Oil leak

Fail 12 Oct 2012 92,718 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 18 Oct 2011 90,373 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2011 90,373 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2010 83,096 miles

oil on each rear shock absorber!!

there is a roughness in the steering rack and/or road springs twist bearings

Fail 13 Oct 2010 83,096 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

oil on each rear shock absorber!!

there is a roughness in the steering rack and/or road springs twist bearings

Pass 19 Oct 2009 75,510 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2009 75,510 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

less than 3mm of tread on n/s/r tyre

Pass 17 Oct 2008 67,975 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2008 67,964 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 21 Nov 2007 60,739 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2007 60,702 miles

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 27 Nov 2006 48,816 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 KUN is a 2001 Renault Megane in Yellow with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55%.

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 KUN, 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 KUN is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 28 November 2001.

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