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LX51 XSD

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2015
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

57,392 mi
Last recorded57,392 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2014
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2014 57,392 miles

o/s/f tyre worn inner edge

rear number plate water damaged

Fail 1 Mar 2014 57,392 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Rear Lower engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

o/s/f tyre worn inner edge

rear number plate water damaged

Pass 1 Mar 2013 53,099 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

age cracking to nsf and osr tyres

engine running lumpy

exhaust corroded

front discs worn

slight damage to sills

stone chips in windscreen

Fail 1 Mar 2013 53,099 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

age cracking to nsf and osr tyres

engine running lumpy

exhaust corroded

front discs worn

front discs worn

slight damage to sills

stone chips in windscreen

Pass 23 Feb 2012 48,842 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

age cracking to osr tyre

exhaust corroded

front discs worn

nsf tyre worn on edges

stone chips in windscreen

water damage to rear no.plate

Fail 23 Feb 2012 48,842 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

exhaust corroded

front discs worn

nsf tyre worn on edges

stone chips in windscreen

water damage to rear no.plate

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

age cracking to osr tyre

Pass 19 Feb 2011 45,077 miles

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

front number plate cracked

n/s/f tyre age cracking

o/s/r tyre age cracking

Fail 19 Feb 2011 45,077 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

front number plate cracked

n/s/f tyre age cracking

o/s/r tyre age cracking

Pass 25 Aug 2009 40,081 miles

both rear tyres wearing low and age cracking

rear brake application requires attention 24%

Fail 25 Aug 2009 40,081 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both rear tyres wearing low and age cracking

rear brake application requires attention 24%

Pass 22 Aug 2008 35,780 miles

see advisory sheet 793915638245

Fail 22 Aug 2008 35,780 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2007 30,737 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 25 Aug 2006 25,158 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2006 25,158 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.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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LX51 XSD 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 53.3%.

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 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 LX51 XSD, 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 XSD registered?

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

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