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LX51 XTN

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

56,927 mi
Last recorded56,927 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2016
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2016 56,927 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 54,936 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 53,550 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2014 53,550 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2013 51,687 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 49,776 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2011 47,699 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 24 Feb 2011 47,699 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 44,673 miles

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

Fail 29 Jan 2010 44,673 miles

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

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Jan 2009 39,433 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2008 34,301 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2007 28,315 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2007 28,315 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 24 Jan 2006 22,111 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 XTN 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 XTN, 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 XTN registered?

LX51 XTN is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 8 September 2001.

Is LX51 XTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX51 XTN 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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