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CV51 XXR

2001 Renault Megane

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

127,125 mi
Last recorded127,125 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2016
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV51 XXR
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2016 127,125 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

can not check all items due to locations and covers etc

Fail 14 Jun 2016 127,417 miles

Nearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

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

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

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

can not check all items due to locations and covers etc

Pass 4 Jul 2015 101,997 miles

Rear engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Pass 24 Jun 2014 96,808 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

lower engine stabalizer slightly worn

Pass 17 Jun 2013 89,053 miles

Rear Trailing arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 Jun 2012 82,444 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

rear stabiliser bar coroded

Fail 20 Jun 2012 82,444 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)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

rear stabiliser bar coroded

Pass 23 Jun 2011 74,636 miles

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

front brakediscs worn

rear X member corroded

Fail 23 Jun 2011 74,636 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)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

front brakediscs worn

rear X member corroded

Pass 24 Jun 2010 65,885 miles

Rear anti droning bar heavily corroded

Fail 23 Jun 2009 57,423 miles

Corrosion found on rear stabilizer bar

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Jun 2009 57,423 miles

Corrosion found on rear stabilizer bar

Pass 16 Jun 2008 48,535 miles

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

Fail 19 Jun 2007 38,872 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 19 Jun 2007 38,872 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2006 30,209 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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CV51 XXR is a 2001 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 CV51 XXR, 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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CV51 XXR is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 3 December 2001.

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