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GL51 EVM

2001 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

85,551 mi
Last recorded85,551 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2011
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL51 EVM
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2011 85,551 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

nearside front cv gaiter in poor condition

passenger front door damaged

passenger rear door not opening

slight play in nearside rear wheel bearing

Pass 12 Oct 2010 78,484 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 68,236 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2009 68,231 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 7 Oct 2008 57,689 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2007 48,030 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 28,506 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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GL51 EVM is a 2001 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GL51 EVM, 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 GL51 EVM?

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What year was GL51 EVM registered?

GL51 EVM is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 14 November 2001.

Is GL51 EVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL51 EVM shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GL51 EVM have outstanding finance?

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