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BN51 FSC

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

137,123 mi
Last recorded137,123 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2018
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN51 FSC
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2018 137,123 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2018 137,123 miles

Central Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Pass 24 Jul 2017 132,182 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Lower stabilisation bar under vehicle has corroded away but is not a structural part of the chassis

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear rear window view deterioration

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

engine covers and under trays fitted at time of test

Pass 20 Jul 2016 127,029 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 121,623 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

n/s/f tyre worn inner/outer edge

Pass 24 Jul 2014 116,985 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 111,256 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Jul 2012 106,264 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 102,633 miles

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

fanbelt perished

o/s/f tyre perished

Fail 28 Jul 2011 102,632 miles

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

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

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

fanbelt perished

o/s/f tyre perished

Pass 12 Jul 2010 95,671 miles

n/s/f brake disc pitted

o/s/f brake disc slight pitted

Pass 24 Jul 2009 88,595 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2009 88,592 miles

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

Offside Front front brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 16 Jun 2008 81,712 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2007 71,764 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2006 71,605 miles

Nearside Rear 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)

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 FSC is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 FSC, 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

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What year was BN51 FSC registered?

BN51 FSC is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 27 September 2001.

Is BN51 FSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN51 FSC shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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