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FX51 RSA

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2017
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

129,664 mi
Last recorded129,664 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2016
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX51 RSA
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2016 129,664 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Apr 2016 129,661 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2015 123,869 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2015 123,865 miles

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

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 28 Apr 2014 117,435 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2014 117,433 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.D.2c)

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2013 115,116 miles

oil leak

Fail 16 Jul 2013 115,116 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

oil leak

Pass 7 Aug 2012 110,508 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 105,025 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2011 105,025 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 31 Aug 2010 95,487 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 86,448 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 72,857 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 62,281 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 62,271 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 47,337 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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FX51 RSA is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,870cc diesel 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 FX51 RSA, 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 FX51 RSA registered?

FX51 RSA is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 29 October 2001.

Is FX51 RSA safe to buy?

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