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GL51 EWF

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

37,612 mi
Last recorded37,612 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2019
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL51 EWF
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2019 37,612 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside rear lamp damaged and full of water

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres perished on sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres wearing edges and splitting in tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Nov 2018 36,688 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside rear lamp damaged

Rear tyres perished

Pass 14 Nov 2017 35,812 miles

Front brake discs corroded on inner faces

Rear tyres perished on inner sidewalls

Pass 8 Nov 2016 34,861 miles

Rear tyres perished on inner sidewalls

Pass 3 Nov 2015 33,731 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 31,206 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 28,744 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2013 28,744 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 23 Nov 2012
Pass 11 Nov 2011 21,468 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

nearside rear door not opening from outside but still latches securely in closed position

Pass 12 Nov 2010 17,093 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2009 12,442 miles

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

Fail 6 Nov 2009 12,442 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Oct 2008 8,529 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 6,001 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 10 Nov 2006 4,424 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 EWF is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 EWF, 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 GL51 EWF registered?

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

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The MOT history for GL51 EWF shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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