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Y199 LGR

2001 Renault Megane

Grey Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

111,036 mi
Last recorded111,036 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2017
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY199 LGR
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2017 111,036 miles

Oil leak ()

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Jun 2016 106,000 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Dec 2014 93,809 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 82,137 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2013 82,136 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)

Pass 16 Jul 2012 79,252 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 76,570 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 74,445 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 72,422 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 69,349 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 61,372 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 19 Jul 2007 61,370 miles

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

rear stabelizer bar corroded but does not affect any other components

Pass 31 Jul 2006 53,886 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2006 53,886 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2005 47,563 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2005 47,561 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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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Y199 LGR is a 2001 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 Y199 LGR, 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 Y199 LGR registered?

Y199 LGR is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 25 June 2001.

Is Y199 LGR safe to buy?

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