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AP51 GYS

2001 Renault Megane Scenic

Black Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2019
Tests23 (14 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate60.9%

Mileage

161,723 mi
Last recorded161,723 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2018
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane Scenic78,920 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP51 GYS
MakeRenault
ModelMegane Scenic
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

14 pass 9 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2018 161,723 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 30 May 2018 161,721 miles

Emissions not tested rear exhaust box leak (8.2.2.2 (e))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged it has been run flat (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

coolant level low

Pass 24 May 2017 160,756 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (7.1.2)

Fail 24 May 2017 160,756 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (7.1.2)

Pass 24 May 2016 159,600 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (7.1.2)

Fail 24 May 2016 159,597 miles

Nearside Front Inner Front suspension has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush both sides (2.5.B.2b)

Offside Front Inner Front suspension has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush both sides (2.5.B.2b)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (7.1.2)

Pass 21 May 2015 158,237 miles

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

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 20 May 2015 158,234 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 21 May 2014 157,068 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

o/s front tyre wearing on inner edge

Fail 21 May 2014 157,065 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

o/s front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 23 May 2013 153,548 miles

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

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

Fail 23 May 2013 153,548 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 29 May 2012 143,407 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 129,899 miles
Fail 23 May 2011 129,873 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c) DANGEROUS

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 May 2010 115,626 miles
Fail 13 May 2010 115,622 miles

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 12 May 2009 102,908 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 21 May 2008 90,152 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 8 May 2007 84,985 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

drivers seat security [ back ]

under tray fitted

Fail 8 May 2007 84,985 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

drivers seat security [ back ]

under tray fitted

Pass 8 May 2006 80,837 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2005 76,332 miles

How Reliable is the Renault Megane Scenic?

Based on 1,818,845 MOT tests across 145,724 vehicles.

66.2%
Pass Rate
6,520
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
145,724
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 116,922
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 68,848
constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing 66,630
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 58,928
Registration plate lamp not working 55,988
Full Renault Megane Scenic reliability report

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AP51 GYS is a 2001 Renault Megane Scenic in Black with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60.9%.

Across all 2001 Renault Megane Scenic models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 78,920 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 Scenic fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 116,922 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AP51 GYS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault Megane Scenic typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 25 years old, this Renault Megane Scenic is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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AP51 GYS is a 2001 Renault Megane Scenic, first registered on 14 September 2001.

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