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LUI 4945

2001 Renault Megane

Yellow Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2016
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

98,750 mi
Last recorded98,750 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2015
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLUI 4945
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2015 98,750 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement perished (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush perished (2.4.G.2)

Fail 7 Sep 2015 98,749 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative all not working (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover missing (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported insure (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement perished (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush perished (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Aug 2014 94,066 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 9 Sep 2013 90,442 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2011 86,622 miles

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

Fail 17 Dec 2011 86,620 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Fail 21 Dec 2010 82,766 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

both front discs pitted due to being stood

Pass 21 Dec 2010 82,766 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

both front discs pitted due to being stood

Pass 26 Oct 2009 78,607 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 26 Oct 2009 78,607 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 10 Nov 2008 71,719 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 10 Nov 2008 71,719 miles

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 7 Nov 2008 71,717 miles

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

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

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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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LUI 4945 is a 2001 Renault Megane in Yellow with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 LUI 4945, 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

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What year was LUI 4945 registered?

LUI 4945 is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 1 August 2001.

Is LUI 4945 safe to buy?

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