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Y108 LGY

2001 Renault Megane

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2024
Tests28 (18 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

69,188 mi
Last recorded69,188 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2023
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY108 LGY
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 10 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2023 69,188 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

both rear tyres wearing unevenly

heavy corrosion to suspension components

Fail 25 Aug 2023 69,188 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

both rear tyres wearing unevenly

heavy corrosion to suspension components

Pass 23 Aug 2022 68,795 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

corrosion to suspension components

rear tyres wearing uneven

Fail 20 Aug 2022 68,792 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

corrosion to suspension components

rear cross member corroded

rear tyres wearing uneven

Pass 10 Aug 2021 67,923 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts (5.2.3 (e))

corrosion to suspension components

o/s mirror damaged

rear cross member corroded

Fail 10 Aug 2021 67,923 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts (5.2.3 (e))

corrosion to suspension components

o/s mirror damaged

rear cross member corroded

Pass 12 Aug 2020 66,892 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))

both rear tyres wearing unevenly

corrosion to rear cross member

Pass 13 May 2019 65,230 miles

rear axle lateral bar excessively corroded but not testable

Pass 9 May 2018 63,368 miles

rear lateral bar excessively corroded,not affecting any structural integrity of vehicle

Pass 2 May 2017 60,994 miles
Fail 2 May 2017 60,994 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Coolant level below minimum

Pass 3 May 2016 57,253 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 53,559 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2014 50,752 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2014 50,752 miles

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

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

Pass 13 May 2013 48,960 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

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

Pass 18 Apr 2012 47,606 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 46,113 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 44,153 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

front tyres worn on edges nsf tyre 2mm approximately,osf tyre 2.5mm approximately 185/60-15h pirelli

nsr door check strap loose

os outer cv boot damp with grease

osf brake slightly binding on

Fail 14 Apr 2010 44,513 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

front brake pads getting worn ?

front tyres worn on edges nsf tyre 2mm approximately,osf tyre 2.5mm approximately 185/60-15h pirelli

nsr door check strap loose

os outer cv boot damp with grease

osf brake slightly binding on

Pass 21 Apr 2009 43,346 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

front tyres wearing on edges nsf 2.5mm 185/60-15

Fail 20 Apr 2009 42,346 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

coolant staining osf inner wing ,sump damp waterpump?area

front tyres wearing on edges nsf 2.5mm 185/60-15

Pass 22 Apr 2008 40,055 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2008 40,055 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 27 Apr 2007 38,288 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2007 38,194 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 18 Apr 2006 36,668 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2006 36,668 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Coolant level low.

Off side rear outer door handle not working.

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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Y108 LGY is a 2001 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 Y108 LGY, 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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Y108 LGY is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 4 August 2001.

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