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SG51 LFK

2001 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2022
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

81,210 mi
Last recorded81,210 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2021
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG51 LFK
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2021 81,210 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2021 81,210 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2020 72,557 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 71,869 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2019 71,853 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2018 70,845 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 69,616 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 68,147 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2016 68,107 miles

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe leaking to rear (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Jun 2015 65,586 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Oil leak

Pass 17 Jun 2014 63,039 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2014 63,009 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2013 61,174 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 59,491 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 57,960 miles

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

advisery; rear cross brace corroded

Pass 18 Jun 2010 55,705 miles

advisery; rear susp'n cross-brace corroded

Pass 5 Jun 2009 53,260 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2008 47,091 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2008 47,088 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 19 Jun 2007 42,366 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 35,010 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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SG51 LFK is a 2001 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 SG51 LFK, 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 SG51 LFK registered?

SG51 LFK is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 6 September 2001.

Is SG51 LFK safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG51 LFK shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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