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LX51 YZA

2001 Renault Megane

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

89,756 mi
Last recorded89,756 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2014
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX51 YZA
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2014 89,756 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 80,890 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Spare tyre defective

battery loose

e.m light on

washers

Pass 15 Feb 2012 70,487 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2012 70,487 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

ALL FOUR DISCS HEAVILY CORRODED

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

battery insecur

en light on

nail in the n/s/r tyre

o/s r braking effort

o/s wiper

rear number plate

Pass 20 Jan 2011 63,350 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2010 57,087 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 23 Jan 2010 57,087 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2009 51,156 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2009 51,143 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 16 Jan 2008 44,886 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2007 37,593 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 33,750 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Fail 21 Jun 2006 33,750 miles

Front Power steering pump drive system defective (2.3.6)

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

Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

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 YZA is a 2001 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 YZA, 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 YZA registered?

LX51 YZA is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 15 October 2001.

Is LX51 YZA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX51 YZA shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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