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LV51 WYM

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2015
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

44,369 mi
Last recorded44,369 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2014
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV51 WYM
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2014 44,369 miles

Front Lower engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 22 Feb 2013 42,175 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 22 Feb 2013 42,175 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 17 Feb 2012 39,287 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 17 Feb 2012 39,287 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 35,946 miles

airbag light stays on

Fail 15 Feb 2011 35,946 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

airbag light stays on

Pass 4 Jan 2010 32,413 miles

airbag light stays on

Pass 31 Dec 2008 29,074 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 24,078 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2007 24,077 miles

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 3 Jun 2006 19,660 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2006 19,659 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Fail 1 Jun 2006 19,647 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

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 WYM is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 WYM, 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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What year was LV51 WYM registered?

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

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