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DK51 FOU

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2021
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

141,587 mi
Last recorded141,587 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2020
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK51 FOU
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2020 141,587 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear tyre close to legal limit

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Oct 2019 140,091 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 138,579 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2018 138,543 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2017 135,697 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 132,734 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to nearside rear hose (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 1 Oct 2015 125,344 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 117,331 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 110,172 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 104,126 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 96,724 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 89,216 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 80,964 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 70,234 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2008 70,234 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

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

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

Rear Tie bar/rod corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 6 Oct 2007 61,146 miles

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

brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 7 Oct 2006 51,982 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2005 42,824 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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DK51 FOU is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 DK51 FOU, 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 DK51 FOU registered?

DK51 FOU is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 15 October 2001.

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