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CU51 EXP

2001 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

68,134 mi
Last recorded68,134 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2017
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU51 EXP
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2017 68,134 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2017 68,134 miles

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

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 16 Aug 2016 49,646 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 8 Jul 2015 49,309 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2014 48,781 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2014 48,781 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 48,200 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 47,630 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2012 47,630 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 26 Jul 2011 47,035 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 16 Jul 2010 46,184 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2010 46,184 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Jul 2009 45,161 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2009 45,155 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 18 Aug 2008 44,064 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 42,665 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 40,902 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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CU51 EXP is a 2001 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 CU51 EXP, 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 CU51 EXP registered?

CU51 EXP is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 16 October 2001.

Is CU51 EXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU51 EXP shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CU51 EXP have outstanding finance?

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