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A8 HVM

2001 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

104,221 mi
Last recorded104,221 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2020
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 HVM
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2020 104,221 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2019 87,531 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 72,065 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 63,752 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 59,720 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2016 59,663 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Inner faces (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Inner faces (3.5.1i)

Pass 14 Feb 2015 56,580 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 54,102 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 51,667 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 48,915 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2011 45,168 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2011 44,842 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 26 Jul 2010 43,276 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2009 38,119 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Jun 2009 38,119 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Jun 2008 33,982 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2008 33,982 miles

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

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 17 May 2007 30,646 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 26,134 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside 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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A8 HVM is a 2001 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 A8 HVM, 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 A8 HVM registered?

A8 HVM is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 8 June 2001.

Is A8 HVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 HVM shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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