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LS51 VGR

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2019
Tests21 (12 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

65,056 mi
Last recorded65,056 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2018
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 9 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2018 65,056 miles

Boot handle button missing.

Fail 7 Aug 2018 65,056 miles

Boot handle button missing.

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 10 Aug 2017 64,159 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 63,175 miles

rear wiperblade perished. gearbox lower mounting excessive worn

Fail 9 Aug 2016 63,175 miles

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

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

rear wiperblade perished. gearbox lower mounting excessive worn

Pass 12 Aug 2015 62,220 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2015 62,220 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 28 Jul 2014 61,687 miles

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

Fail 28 Jul 2014 61,687 miles

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Fail 16 Jul 2013 60,645 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 16 Jul 2013 60,645 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 58,362 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2012 58,362 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2010 55,683 miles

Nearside rear wheel bearing slightly rough when rotated.

Offside front tyre slightly perished on sidewall.

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 24 Oct 2009 54,292 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Oct 2009 54,292 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2008 52,759 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Oct 2008 52,759 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 46,279 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2007 46,279 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 Oct 2006 40,700 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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LS51 VGR is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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

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