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GF51 MZD

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2014
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

97,498 mi
Last recorded97,498 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2013
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF51 MZD
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2013 97,498 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2013 97,492 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting cracked (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Pass 12 Sep 2012 90,137 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2012 89,969 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 25 Aug 2011 81,112 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2011 81,112 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Aug 2010 73,537 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2009 66,461 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2009 66,461 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 3 Sep 2008 57,589 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2008 57,338 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Aug 2007 50,352 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2007 50,352 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Aug 2006 42,070 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

advice both front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 20 Jan 2006 40,241 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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GF51 MZD is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GF51 MZD, 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

How do I check the history of GF51 MZD?

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What year was GF51 MZD registered?

GF51 MZD is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 16 October 2001.

Is GF51 MZD safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF51 MZD shows 15 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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