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GF51 PXP

2001 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

64,289 mi
Last recorded64,289 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2017
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF51 PXP
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2017 64,289 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 7 Apr 2017 64,228 miles

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Apr 2016 53,796 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Fail 5 Apr 2016 53,796 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Pass 24 Mar 2015 43,624 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 32,825 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 29,748 miles

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

offside front cv gaitor requires new clip

Pass 17 Mar 2012 26,609 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 23,355 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Apr 2010 19,745 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 16,721 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 13,263 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 12,632 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 11,752 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2005 10,643 miles

Centre Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Sep 2005 10,643 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 PXP is a 2001 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 GF51 PXP, 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 GF51 PXP registered?

GF51 PXP is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 18 October 2001.

Is GF51 PXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF51 PXP shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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