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LX51 VPF

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2016
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

68,742 mi
Last recorded68,742 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2015
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX51 VPF
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2015 68,742 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2015 68,742 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2014 64,506 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2014 64,506 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Jul 2013 61,552 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2012 57,107 miles

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

Nearside Torsion bar attachment bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.E.4c)

Offside Torsion bar slight play at an end fixing (2.4.E.2)

Offside Torsion bar slightly deteriorated by pitting (2.4.E.1b)

Pass 9 Jul 2012 57,107 miles

Nearside Torsion bar attachment bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.E.4c)

Offside Torsion bar slight play at an end fixing (2.4.E.2)

Offside Torsion bar slightly deteriorated by pitting (2.4.E.1b)

Pass 14 Jul 2011 52,448 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 47,683 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 42,546 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 42,546 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2009 42,546 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 1 Aug 2008 38,852 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 33,847 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 30,035 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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LX51 VPF is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 LX51 VPF, 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 LX51 VPF registered?

LX51 VPF is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is LX51 VPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX51 VPF shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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