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LV51 HVN

2001 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2015
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

104,894 mi
Last recorded104,894 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2014
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV51 HVN
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2014 104,894 miles

front to rear brake pipes not fully visable

Fail 6 Jun 2014 104,879 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front to rear brake pipes not fully visable

Pass 20 Jun 2013 101,134 miles

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

Fail 14 Jun 2013 101,124 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 25 Feb 2012 96,787 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Fail 28 Feb 2011 104,633 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

o/s rear door won,t open from outside

Pass 28 Feb 2011 104,633 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

o/s rear door won,t open from outside

Pass 9 Feb 2010 99,657 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2010 99,650 miles

Nearside Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)

Pass 2 Mar 2009 96,273 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2009 96,268 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 25 Feb 2008 88,071 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2007 77,377 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2007 77,377 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

n.s.r tyre perished

rear blade split

Pass 13 Oct 2006 72,936 miles

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

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

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 HVN is a 2001 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 LV51 HVN, 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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LV51 HVN is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 12 October 2001.

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