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FP51 VAY

2001 Renault Megane

Green Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2021
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,918 mi
Last recorded33,918 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2020
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP51 VAY
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 29 Oct 2020 33,918 miles

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive surface corrosion (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2019 33,331 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2018 32,474 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both, (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Oct 2017 31,585 miles

front brake discs slightly corroded on inner face

Pass 14 Oct 2016 30,525 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 29,328 miles

front brake discs corroded on inner face

Pass 5 Nov 2014 27,992 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 26,525 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 24,806 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 23,382 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 21,998 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 20,270 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 18,369 miles

offside front tyre bald inside edge

Pass 13 Nov 2007 16,307 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 13,674 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2005 11,273 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 VAY is a 2001 Renault Megane in Green with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VAY, 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 FP51 VAY registered?

FP51 VAY is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 12 November 2001.

Is FP51 VAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP51 VAY shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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