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DK51 FXG

2001 Renault Megane

Yellow Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2019
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK51 FXG
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2018
Pass 9 Jun 2017 73,372 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 9 Jun 2016 71,181 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015

nearside front tyre wearing low

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

offside rear tyre starting to perish

Pass 18 Jun 2014 64,487 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 60,989 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2013 60,989 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 Oct 2012 53,613 miles

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

both front discs and pads lipped and worn

Fail 5 Oct 2012 53,613 miles

Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged (3.4.2)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

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)

Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

both front discs and pads lipped and worn

Pass 30 Sep 2011 50,753 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2011 50,753 miles

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)

Pass 4 Oct 2010 43,337 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 38,809 miles

rear floorpan bar corroded

Fail 7 Oct 2009 38,809 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

rear floorpan bar corroded

Pass 7 Oct 2008 34,552 miles

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

Fail 26 Sep 2008 34,552 miles

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

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 11 Nov 2006 27,776 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 FXG is a 2001 Renault Megane in Yellow 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 DK51 FXG, 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 DK51 FXG registered?

DK51 FXG is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 19 October 2001.

Is DK51 FXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK51 FXG 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.

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