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LX51 XTF

2001 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2016
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

98,200 mi
Last recorded98,200 miles
Recorded on14 May 2015
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX51 XTF
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 May 2015 98,200 miles

nearside rear tyre worn to 3mm.

Fail 14 May 2015 98,200 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

nearside rear tyre worn to 3mm.

Pass 22 May 2014 94,829 miles
Fail 21 May 2014 94,829 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Mar 2013 87,233 miles

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

offside rear tyre sidewall perished.

Fail 7 Mar 2013 87,233 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

offside rear tyre sidewall perished.

lower engine mounting badly worn advise replacement now.

Pass 20 Feb 2012 77,791 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 23 Feb 2011 68,379 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2011 68,379 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 25 Feb 2010 59,883 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 51,695 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 44,981 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 37,132 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 31,414 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2005 27,811 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2005 27,811 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image too far to the left (1.6.B4)

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 XTF is a 2001 Renault Megane in Blue 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 LX51 XTF, 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 XTF registered?

LX51 XTF is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 18 September 2001.

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