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DU51 YLW

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1783cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

63,644 mi
Last recorded63,644 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2017
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU51 YLW
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,783cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2017 63,644 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

OSR tyre perishing slightly

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Aug 2016 59,383 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 19 Jul 2016 59,383 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 10 Jul 2015 54,649 miles

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

all tyres showing signs of perishing/age

Fail 10 Jul 2015 54,649 miles

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

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

all tyres showing signs of perishing/age

Pass 4 Jul 2014 48,818 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 48,344 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 46,668 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 44,663 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 42,220 miles

front and rear discs a bit corroded

Pass 21 Jul 2009 39,598 miles

rear axle support bar corroded

Fail 15 Jul 2009 39,548 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear axle support bar corroded

Pass 21 Jul 2008 36,144 miles

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 17 Aug 2007 33,168 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 29,394 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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DU51 YLW is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,783cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DU51 YLW, 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 DU51 YLW registered?

DU51 YLW is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 12 September 2001.

Is DU51 YLW safe to buy?

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