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BG51 CTZ

2001 Renault Megane

Green Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2012
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

81,206 mi
Last recorded81,206 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2011
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG51 CTZ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2011 81,206 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

rear bracket corroded

Pass 22 Jun 2010 76,455 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 74,641 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2009 74,641 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 3 Jul 2008 71,864 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2008 71,863 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 24 Jan 2008 71,083 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2008 71,083 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2007 65,184 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2007 65,184 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 24 Jan 2006 58,507 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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BG51 CTZ is a 2001 Renault Megane in Green with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 BG51 CTZ, 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 BG51 CTZ registered?

BG51 CTZ is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 29 October 2001.

Is BG51 CTZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG51 CTZ shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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