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B7 FMW

2001 Renault Megane

Yellow Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

91,557 mi
Last recorded91,557 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2016
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB7 FMW
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2016 91,557 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 89,837 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 83,726 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 82,786 miles

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

slight noise from offside rear wheel bearing

wiper blades deteriorated

Pass 14 Jul 2011 80,336 miles

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

Fail 14 Jul 2011 80,336 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 8 Jul 2010 73,368 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 68,105 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2009 68,105 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 2 Jun 2008 60,136 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 2 Jun 2008 60,136 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 50,438 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 43,306 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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B7 FMW is a 2001 Renault Megane in Yellow with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 B7 FMW, 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 B7 FMW registered?

B7 FMW is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 28 June 2001.

Is B7 FMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for B7 FMW shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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