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FP51 FKB

2001 Renault Megane

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

89,222 mi
Last recorded89,222 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2015
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP51 FKB
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2015 89,222 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2015 89,207 miles

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged ring (3.4.2)

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2014 84,717 miles

Both rear tyre treads and sidewalls are cracking [185/60/15v]

Pass 10 Oct 2013 82,831 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2013 82,822 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Oct 2012 78,200 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2012 78,193 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

both front tyres wearing low on edges

Pass 26 Sep 2011 711,304 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2011 71,122 miles

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

offside rear tyre cracking on side wall

Pass 8 Sep 2010 63,828 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

rear torsion bar corroded

Pass 18 Aug 2009 57,163 miles

rear centre cross bar excessively corroded

Pass 25 Apr 2008 47,622 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 40,636 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 33,886 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 FKB is a 2001 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 FKB, 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 FKB registered?

FP51 FKB is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 8 November 2001.

Is FP51 FKB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP51 FKB shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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