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LV51 HTL

2001 Renault Megane

Yellow Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

133,145 mi
Last recorded133,145 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2014
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV51 HTL
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2014 133,145 miles

Offside Front Seat belt attachment fitting slightly deteriorated (5.2.3)

Fail 28 Mar 2014 133,144 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Seat belt attachment fitting slightly deteriorated (5.2.3)

Pass 15 Mar 2013 120,117 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2013 120,117 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Mar 2012 107,859 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)

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

Fail 14 Mar 2011 95,674 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2011 95,674 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 85,948 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 73,664 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 55,354 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2007 53,978 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Jan 2007 53,978 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2005 44,839 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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LV51 HTL 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 69.2%.

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 LV51 HTL, 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 LV51 HTL?

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What year was LV51 HTL registered?

LV51 HTL is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 26 September 2001.

Is LV51 HTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV51 HTL shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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