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BN51 ESG

2001 Renault Megane

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2014
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

165,100 mi
Last recorded165,100 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2013
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN51 ESG
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2013 165,100 miles

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

Track rod end slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

drivers wiper split on edge

Fail 15 Aug 2013 165,100 miles

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

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

Track rod end slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

drivers wiper split on edge

washer bottle leaking

Pass 22 Aug 2012 163,335 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 156,279 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 25 Aug 2010 138,785 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside and offside front brake discs worn

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly chafed (3.6.B.2c)

offside front brake discs pitted

Pass 28 Aug 2009 122,505 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 27 Aug 2009 122,505 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)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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

Nearside Rear 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 3 Sep 2008 106,150 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 90,702 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2007 90,346 miles

Rear Torque/reaction arm seriously weakened by corrosion (2.4.G.1)

Pass 24 Aug 2006 74,320 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2005 57,143 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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BN51 ESG is a 2001 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BN51 ESG, 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 BN51 ESG registered?

BN51 ESG is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 6 September 2001.

Is BN51 ESG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN51 ESG shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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