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LX51 YVG

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2019
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

76,863 mi
Last recorded76,863 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2018
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX51 YVG
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2018 76,863 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2018 76,863 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both front (3.5 (a))

Pass 18 Oct 2017 65,789 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

passenger door mirror glass missing

Pass 14 Oct 2016 61,378 miles

Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed CHECK STRAP BROKEN (6.2.B.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit VERY CLOSE ON OUTER EDGE (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 13 Oct 2015 57,791 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2015 57,788 miles

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

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

OFFSIDE REAR BRAKE DISC WORN

Offside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 14 Oct 2014 53,739 miles

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

drivers door stay defective

n/s mirror damaged

Pass 16 Oct 2013 49,873 miles

nearside front tyre worn on edges

Pass 18 Oct 2012 46,105 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 42,192 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 37,653 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Inner Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 20 Oct 2009 32,034 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 30,903 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 27,703 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 24,270 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jun 2006 20,873 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 YVG is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 YVG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LX51 YVG registered?

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

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The MOT history for LX51 YVG shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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