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LS51 YEJ

2001 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS51 YEJ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 May 2019
Pass 19 May 2018 75,678 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 72,314 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 69,792 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 67,349 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2015 67,342 miles

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

Nearside Rear Electrical wiring inadequately supported (1.9.2a)

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

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

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

nearside door mirror secured with tape

nearside rear tyre has cracks forming within tread

offside front and rear tyres perished

slight bind detected when rotating offside rear wheel by hand

Pass 26 Nov 2013 63,720 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Oil leak

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

o/s/r tyre outer wall cracking

washer jet direction 1/2 o/s washer jet in-op 1/2 n/s

Fail 26 Nov 2013 63,720 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

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

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

Oil leak

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

o/s/r tyre outer wall cracking

washer jet direction 1/2 o/s washer jet in-op 1/2 n/s

Pass 30 Nov 2012 59,624 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 19 Nov 2012 59,222 miles

Centre Rear Panhard rod corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Nearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

offside rear tyre cracking to outer wall

Pass 7 Nov 2011 55,537 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2010 49,167 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 11 Nov 2009 44,513 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2008 39,990 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 35,310 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2006 30,184 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 YEJ is a 2001 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 YEJ, 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 YEJ registered?

LS51 YEJ is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 12 November 2001.

Is LS51 YEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS51 YEJ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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