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GU51 UNM

2001 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

80,107 mi
Last recorded80,107 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2017
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU51 UNM
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2017 80,107 miles

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

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

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

rear tyres have age related cracking

tailgate button faulty

Pass 24 Aug 2016 74,878 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 71,548 miles

nearside front tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 29 Aug 2014 65,357 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 59,235 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 52,476 miles

battery insecure

Fail 17 Aug 2012 52,476 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

battery insecure

Pass 23 Aug 2011 47,888 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 45,780 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2010 45,743 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Aug 2009 42,818 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2009 42,818 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 24 Jun 2008 39,891 miles

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

rear wiper blade split

Fail 19 Jun 2007 38,048 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

both front tyres wearing on edges

damage to outer sidewalls on both front tyres

Pass 19 Jun 2007 38,048 miles

both front tyres wearing on edges

damage to outer sidewalls on both front tyres

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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GU51 UNM is a 2001 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 GU51 UNM, 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 GU51 UNM registered?

GU51 UNM is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 13 September 2001.

Is GU51 UNM safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU51 UNM shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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