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FP51 BPV

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

57,728 mi
Last recorded57,728 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2017
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP51 BPV
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2017 57,728 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 5 Aug 2016 55,383 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 53,234 miles

Rear cross beam corroded.

Pass 17 May 2014 51,198 miles

Rear cross beam corroded.

Fail 17 May 2014 51,198 miles

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Rear cross beam corroded.

Pass 23 May 2013 48,754 miles

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

both rear tyres perished

Pass 19 May 2012 46,781 miles
Fail 19 May 2012 46,781 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 14 May 2011 44,357 miles
Fail 14 May 2011 44,357 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Pass 14 May 2010 42,021 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 38,765 miles

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

Fail 16 May 2009 38,765 miles

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

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Pass 22 May 2008 34,641 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 30,134 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 25,699 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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FP51 BPV is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FP51 BPV, 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 FP51 BPV registered?

FP51 BPV is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 17 October 2001.

Is FP51 BPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP51 BPV shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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