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AV51 FWD

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2019
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

90,810 mi
Last recorded90,810 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2018
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV51 FWD
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2018 90,810 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 89,077 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 86,655 miles

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

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

rear exhaust box is corroded

Fail 29 Feb 2016 86,655 miles

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

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

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

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

rear exhaust box is corroded

Pass 12 Nov 2014 85,493 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 12 Nov 2014 85,493 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Oct 2013 82,132 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

both front brake discs deteriorating

rear suspension anti vibration tube severely corroded and centre part missing!

Fail 24 Oct 2013 82,132 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

both front brake discs deteriorating

rear suspension anti vibration tube severely corroded and centre part missing!

Pass 24 Oct 2012 79,800 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011

brake comp valve not fitted

front number plate cracked

n/s cv boot weaping grease

nail n/s/r tyre

rear stabiliser arm corroded

spare wheel fitted n/s/f -spare wheel cords exposed

various metal brake pipes corroded

Pass 21 Oct 2010 74,107 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 70,246 miles

cross menber (non structual ) in front of rear axle corroded

front number plate broken

Fail 16 Oct 2008 66,000 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

cross member in front of rear suspension is severly corroded (non structual)

Pass 16 Oct 2008 66,000 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

cross member in front of rear suspension is severly corroded (non structual)

Fail 1 Oct 2007 59,253 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2007 59,253 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 49,888 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2006 49,888 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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)

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

nearside wiper loose

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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AV51 FWD is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AV51 FWD, 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 AV51 FWD registered?

AV51 FWD is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 16 September 2001.

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