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AP51 UUW

2001 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2021
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

141,468 mi
Last recorded141,468 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2020
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP51 UUW
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2020 141,468 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 24 May 2019 140,723 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 135,565 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 23 May 2018 135,565 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 24 May 2017 129,447 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2016 125,638 miles

Nearside Front tyre low on edges

Fail 8 Oct 2016 125,638 miles

Nearside Front tyre low on edges

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Sep 2015 119,262 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged abs ring heavily corroded (3.4.2)

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged abs ring split (3.4.2)

Offside Front tyre wearing on inside edge

Offside Rear Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Fail 24 Sep 2015 119,262 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged abs ring heavily corroded (3.4.2)

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged abs ring split (3.4.2)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front tyre wearing on inside edge

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 10 Oct 2014 112,172 miles

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

offside rear wheel bearing slightly noisey

Pass 27 Sep 2013 102,954 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 96,583 miles

both front tyres low on edges

Pass 4 Oct 2011 90,166 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2011 90,157 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 21 Sep 2010 82,117 miles

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

rear wiper blade deteriorated

wear to front discs(inner faces) recommend changing

Fail 8 Oct 2009 75,185 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Oct 2009 75,185 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 64,583 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 53,304 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2006 42,078 miles

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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AP51 UUW is a 2001 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 AP51 UUW, 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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AP51 UUW is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 19 October 2001.

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