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AR51 BHL

2001 Renault Megane

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

99,031 mi
Last recorded99,031 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2013
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR51 BHL
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2013 99,031 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 95,082 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Lower engine steady bar rubbers excessively worn.

Fail 2 Aug 2012 95,080 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Lower engine steady bar rubbers excessively worn.

Pass 11 Aug 2011 91,229 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 87,898 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 72,604 miles

Offside rear door does not open from outside

What appears to be a Hi level stop lamp is not working

Fail 10 Aug 2009 72,595 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

Offside rear door does not open from outside

What appears to be a Hi level stop lamp is not working

Pass 10 Jun 2008 56,355 miles

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

gearbox plastic trim insecure

o/s/f inner arch loose

Fail 10 Jun 2008 56,355 miles

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

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

Offside Front Side repeater incomplete (1.5.A1b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

gearbox plastic trim insecure

o/s/f inner arch loose

Pass 21 Mar 2007 33,794 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 28,028 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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AR51 BHL is a 2001 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 AR51 BHL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AR51 BHL registered?

AR51 BHL is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 10 December 2001.

Is AR51 BHL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AR51 BHL shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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