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BD51 HTY

2001 Renault Megane

Red Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2024
Tests35 (19 pass, 16 fail)
Pass rate54.3%

Mileage

188,807 mi
Last recorded188,807 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2023
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD51 HTY
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

19 pass 16 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2023 188,807 miles

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

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

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

Fail 13 Nov 2023 188,807 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2022 181,915 miles

Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Fail 18 Nov 2022 181,897 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Pass 1 Nov 2021 170,894 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2021 170,864 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 16 Nov 2020 156,438 miles

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

Fail 16 Nov 2020 156,438 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 14 Nov 2019 147,529 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Nov 2019 147,528 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2018 134,751 miles

ENGINE DIP STICK INCOMPLETE

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

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

Fail 15 Nov 2018 134,751 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

ENGINE DIP STICK INCOMPLETE

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

Pass 13 Nov 2017 125,385 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front TYRE WORN ON INNER EDGE

Pass 14 Nov 2016 113,375 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 14 Nov 2016 113,375 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 17 Nov 2015 105,262 miles

Nearside Front TYRE WORN ON EDGE

Nearside Rear TYRE PERISHED

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front TYRE WORN ON EDGE

Fail 17 Nov 2015 105,262 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front TYRE WORN ON EDGE

Nearside Rear TYRE PERISHED

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front TYRE WORN ON EDGE

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Nov 2014 100,054 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2014 100,054 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 20 Nov 2013 97,510 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2013 97,510 miles

Nearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Pass 13 Nov 2012 94,760 miles

nearside rear tyre perished

Fail 13 Nov 2012 94,760 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

nearside rear tyre perished

Pass 17 Nov 2011 90,166 miles

nearside front tyre wearing on outer edge

Fail 17 Nov 2011 90,166 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

nearside front tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 19 Nov 2010 78,427 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2010 78,427 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 19 Nov 2009 69,687 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 Nov 2009 69,687 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 64,427 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2008 64,427 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2007 57,586 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2006 47,954 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Nov 2006 47,954 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2005 39,149 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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BD51 HTY is a 2001 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 35 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.3%.

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 BD51 HTY, 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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BD51 HTY is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 12 December 2001.

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