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AV61 GWN

2011 Renault Megane

Black Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2025
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

166,905 mi
Last recorded166,905 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2024
Typical for 2011 Renault Megane69,731 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV61 GWN
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2024 166,905 miles

Handbrake sticking slightly

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm & worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Wiper blade worn

Fail 6 Sep 2024 166,905 miles

Handbrake sticking slightly

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm & worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Wiper blade worn

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 25 Sep 2023 154,327 miles

Nearside Rear Handbrake sticking slightly

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Sep 2022 131,903 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Sep 2021 112,229 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2021 112,229 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure worn below 1.6 mm and cracked in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure worn below 1.6mm and cracked in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Sep 2020 106,660 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 20 Sep 2019 85,130 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2019 85,130 miles

Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn both front link rods (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2018 59,124 miles

Under shields and engine cover fitted covering some components

Fail 22 Sep 2018 59,124 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Under shields and engine cover fitted covering some components

Pass 27 Sep 2017 49,981 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2017 49,981 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2016 43,429 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2016 43,429 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 7 Sep 2015 38,098 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2015 38,098 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Sep 2014 32,930 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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AV61 GWN is a 2011 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

Across all 2011 Renault Megane models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 69,731 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 AV61 GWN, 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 15 years old, this Renault Megane is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AV61 GWN registered?

AV61 GWN is a 2011 Renault Megane, first registered on 30 September 2011.

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