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AP51 ZFC

2001 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

126,211 mi
Last recorded126,211 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2021
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2021 126,211 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

handbrake lever has some travel

Pass 22 Oct 2019 117,325 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Oct 2019 117,325 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Washer jet blocked

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2018 108,307 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Oct 2018 108,220 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2017 99,762 miles

Both rear tyres are cracking on the sidewalls

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged ABS ring is broken (3.4.2)

Pass 27 Sep 2016 88,680 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 82,303 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 75,450 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 68,754 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 61,976 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 5 Oct 2011 53,765 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 21 Oct 2010 46,004 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

metal brake pipes under vehicle have been oiled/greased

Pass 20 Oct 2009 38,086 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 30,562 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2007 25,286 miles

n/s rear outer side light not working

o/s and n/s front tyres worn on outside edges

Fail 15 Nov 2007 25,286 miles

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

n/s rear outer side light not working

o/s and n/s front tyres worn on outside edges

Pass 24 Nov 2006 22,217 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2005 18,653 miles

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

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 ZFC is a 2001 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 ZFC, 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 ZFC is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 1 December 2001.

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