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BN51 FRZ

2001 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

85,564 mi
Last recorded85,564 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2010
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN51 FRZ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2010 85,564 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2010 85,564 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Sep 2009 72,319 miles

nearside front tyre worn on outside edge

Fail 25 Sep 2009 72,319 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

nearside front tyre worn on outside edge

Fail 21 Oct 2008 66,134 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2008 66,134 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 61,585 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2006 56,924 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 FRZ is a 2001 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 FRZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BN51 FRZ?

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What year was BN51 FRZ registered?

BN51 FRZ is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 22 September 2001.

Is BN51 FRZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN51 FRZ shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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