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BT51 VGA

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

92,569 mi
Last recorded92,569 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2014
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT51 VGA
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2014 92,569 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 86,109 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2013 86,109 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 19 Jun 2012 78,321 miles

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

air bag light on

Pass 15 Jun 2011 72,465 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2011 72,465 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

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

Pass 8 Apr 2009 65,861 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2008 58,314 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 38,667 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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BT51 VGA is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 BT51 VGA, 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 BT51 VGA registered?

BT51 VGA is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 1 December 2001.

Is BT51 VGA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT51 VGA shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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