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LS51 VGA

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2027
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

73,365 mi
Last recorded73,365 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2026
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS51 VGA
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2026 73,365 miles

Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear crossmember into spare wheel well area (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre is slightly out of round also (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Drive shaft damaged but serviceable Balancing weight loose on the shaft (6.1.7 (e))

Offside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Pass 4 Aug 2025 67,254 miles

Coolant level low

Offside Front Drive shaft damaged but serviceable Balancing weight deteriorated, loose on shaft (6.1.7 (e))

Pass 29 Jul 2024 57,522 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2024 57,522 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated Stiff to open (3.1 (c))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 23 Aug 2023 51,571 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Rear Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear panel behind bumper damaged (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2022 37,687 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Hazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

smell of fuel inside and outside of vehicle

Fail 11 Aug 2022 37,685 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Hazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

smell of fuel inside and outside of vehicle

Pass 21 Jul 2021 32,861 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 26,726 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 26,486 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Fail 15 Oct 2014 26,486 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 16 Oct 2013 25,231 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip pad slightly worn on edge.

Front wipers split at ends

Pass 24 Oct 2012 23,904 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 22,371 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2010 20,668 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2009 18,487 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2009 18,487 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 16,573 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2008 16,573 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Fail 30 Oct 2007 14,407 miles

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

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

Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

Pass 30 Oct 2007 14,407 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 11,842 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2006 11,842 miles

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

front wiper blades slightly smearing

rear number plate starting to go dark behind letter and figars

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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LS51 VGA is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 LS51 VGA, 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 LS51 VGA registered?

LS51 VGA is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 31 October 2001.

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The MOT history for LS51 VGA shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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