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BN51 ZVB

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2015
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

50,615 mi
Last recorded50,615 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2014
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN51 ZVB
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2014 50,615 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Rear Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Fail 7 Oct 2014 50,612 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Rear Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 3 Oct 2013 48,066 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2013 48,026 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 16 Aug 2012 44,530 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2011 41,270 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)

brake discs pitted

Pass 25 Jul 2011 41,222 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 36,228 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 35,036 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 23 Jul 2008 32,566 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 32,088 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2007

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Jul 2006 26,830 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2005 23,206 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 ZVB is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 ZVB, 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 ZVB registered?

BN51 ZVB is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 17 October 2001.

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