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X842 LER

2001 Renault Megane

Bronze Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

79,372 mi
Last recorded79,372 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2017
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX842 LER
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2017 79,372 miles

Rear indicators fading to white.

Rear torsion bar bushes perishing.

tyres cracking in tread pattern. (all 4)

Pass 6 Jan 2016 73,747 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 8 Jan 2015 68,737 miles

Nearside Inner Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both front discs worn/pitted

Fail 7 Jan 2015 68,735 miles

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

Nearside Inner Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both front discs worn/pitted

Pass 28 Nov 2013 67,063 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2013 67,054 miles

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

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 23 Nov 2012 65,695 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2012 65,694 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2011 64,837 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 63,374 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 61,088 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2008 55,125 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 49,643 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 42,351 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2005 34,728 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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X842 LER is a 2001 Renault Megane in Bronze with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 X842 LER, 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 X842 LER registered?

X842 LER is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 10 January 2001.

Is X842 LER safe to buy?

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