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BN51 ETZ

2001 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2020
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

117,971 mi
Last recorded117,971 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2019
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN51 ETZ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2019 117,971 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2018 106,342 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2017 98,813 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear bolted frame corroded but not part of vehicle structure

Pass 8 Feb 2016 93,336 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2016 93,336 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Jan 2015 86,752 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2015 86,752 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 16 Jan 2014 80,986 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2014 80,986 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 5 Dec 2012 73,367 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 66,039 miles

N/S/F TYRE SLIGHTY CRACKING TO OUTER EDGE

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

Pass 29 Mar 2010 59,646 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 29 Mar 2010 59,646 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 31 Mar 2009 53,209 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2008 45,641 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 28 Apr 2008 45,641 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2007 42,728 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 13 Aug 2007 42,728 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 37,984 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2005 32,660 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2005 32,660 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2005 32,660 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

o/s front tyre worn on inner edge

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 ETZ is a 2001 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 BN51 ETZ, 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 ETZ registered?

BN51 ETZ is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is BN51 ETZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN51 ETZ shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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