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LR51 ZPH

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

53,650 mi
Last recorded53,650 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2015
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR51 ZPH
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Fail 16 Feb 2015 53,650 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2015 53,650 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 53,333 miles

n/s/f and o/s/f brakes have slight brake bind

o/s wiper splitting on ends

Fail 21 Feb 2014 53,333 miles

Centre Rear Torque/reaction arm seriously weakened by corrosion (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

n/s/f and o/s/f brakes have slight brake bind

o/s wiper splitting on ends

Pass 8 Jan 2013 48,937 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2012 48,926 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 3 Nov 2011 43,877 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 36,971 miles

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

WATER LEAK FROM THERMOSTAT HOUSING

Pass 28 Nov 2009 27,522 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2009 27,266 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 Nov 2008 22,054 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2008 22,054 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 24 Nov 2007 12,344 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2006 11,219 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2005 11,045 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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LR51 ZPH is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LR51 ZPH, 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 LR51 ZPH registered?

LR51 ZPH is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 28 September 2001.

Is LR51 ZPH safe to buy?

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