CarVerify

Free Car Check

LT51 VYA

2001 Renault Megane

Black Petrol 1598cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

114,896 mi
Last recorded114,896 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2016
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Renault
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT51 VYA
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2016 114,896 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jan 2015 105,239 miles

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

Fail 31 Dec 2014 105,239 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Gearbox mounting defective

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

nearside rear tyre is feathered

Pass 11 Sep 2014 104,738 miles

Gearbox mounting defective

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

nearside rear tyre feathered

Fail 11 Sep 2014 104,738 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Gearbox mounting defective

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

nearside rear tyre feathered

Pass 4 Sep 2013 96,760 miles

gearbox mounting has play

Pass 10 Sep 2012 91,474 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2011 85,399 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2011 85,399 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Pass 2 Sep 2010 78,269 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2010 78,269 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

front discs have a slight lip

front pads wearing thin

Pass 15 Sep 2009 70,664 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2009 70,664 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 5 Sep 2008 63,199 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2008 63,199 miles

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

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

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

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2007 56,158 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2006 49,634 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
Full Renault Megane reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

LT51 VYA is a 2001 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 LT51 VYA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LT51 VYA?

You can check the full history of LT51 VYA by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was LT51 VYA registered?

LT51 VYA is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 19 September 2001.

Is LT51 VYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT51 VYA shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LT51 VYA have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on LT51 VYA. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.