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LV51 XZR

2001 Renault Megane

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

105,890 mi
Last recorded105,890 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2016
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV51 XZR
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2016 105,890 miles

wipers noisey

Fail 23 Mar 2016 105,890 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

wipers noisey

Pass 23 Mar 2015 100,610 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

o/s door check strap disconnected

o/s/f seat back rest slightly loose

Fail 21 Mar 2015 100,610 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

engine light on

misfire

o/s door check strap disconnected

o/s/f seat back rest slightly loose

Pass 29 Mar 2014 90,312 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

serv warning lamp on!

Fail 29 Mar 2014 90,312 miles

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

serv warning lamp on!

Pass 4 Apr 2013 82,996 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 4 Apr 2013 82,996 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Pass 21 Mar 2012 78,172 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 73,279 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2011 73,250 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 1 Apr 2010 68,585 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2009 61,991 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 56,884 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 47,579 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 42,297 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 XZR is a 2001 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 XZR, 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 XZR registered?

LV51 XZR is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 16 November 2001.

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