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LV51 JBE

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2020
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

49,513 mi
Last recorded49,513 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2019
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV51 JBE
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2019 49,513 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2018 48,887 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2017 48,104 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2016 46,750 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2015 45,699 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2015 45,699 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre is perishing and has small cracks appearing

Pass 19 Dec 2014 44,299 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2013 42,866 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2012 40,926 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2011 38,769 miles

Oil leak

Pass 16 Dec 2010 36,973 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2009 35,091 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Dec 2009 35,091 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2008 32,977 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2007 29,126 miles

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

Pass 28 Dec 2006 26,403 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2005 23,197 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 JBE is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 JBE, 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 LV51 JBE registered?

LV51 JBE is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 21 November 2001.

Is LV51 JBE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV51 JBE shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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