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BG51 KJY

2001 Renault Megane

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2022
Tests27 (18 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

197,789 mi
Last recorded197,789 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2021
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG51 KJY
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 9 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2021 197,789 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2021 197,789 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 Jul 2020 196,530 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Jul 2019 190,330 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 175,347 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2018 175,347 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 1 Aug 2017 168,351 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2017 168,351 miles

Rear Tie bar/rod corroded and seriously weakened Axle (2.4.G.1)

Pass 1 Aug 2016 157,598 miles

Front both wearing on edges

Rear Bar on back of vehicle showing signs of corrosion

Fail 1 Aug 2016 157,598 miles

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

Front both wearing on edges

Rear Bar on back of vehicle showing signs of corrosion

Pass 5 Aug 2015 140,954 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2015 140,954 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2014 133,828 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 116,209 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2013 116,209 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 27 Jul 2012 95,140 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2011 76,311 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2011 76,311 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 61,855 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 47,769 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2008 26,469 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 25,507 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2007 25,507 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2006 23,806 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2005 20,345 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2005 20,345 miles

Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 26 Sep 2005 20,345 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 KJY is a 2001 Renault Megane in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 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 KJY, 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 KJY registered?

BG51 KJY is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 18 October 2001.

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