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BG51 GWF

2001 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

61,179 mi
Last recorded61,179 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2015
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG51 GWF
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2015 61,179 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2015 61,178 miles

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 May 2014 60,275 miles

both rear tyres worn on edges

Fail 22 May 2014 60,275 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

both rear tyres worn on edges

Pass 28 May 2013 59,333 miles

near side repeater lens broken

offside rear brake dragging slightly

Pass 14 Jan 2012 56,155 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 13 Jan 2012 56,155 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 5 Jan 2011 51,365 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 5 Jan 2011 51,365 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Dec 2009 47,364 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 42,746 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2007 37,383 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2006 32,103 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2005 26,154 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2005 26,154 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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 GWF is a 2001 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 BG51 GWF, 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 GWF registered?

BG51 GWF is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 21 December 2001.

Is BG51 GWF safe to buy?

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