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GV51 AKK

2001 Renault Megane

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2023
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

148,965 mi
Last recorded148,965 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2022
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV51 AKK
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2022 148,965 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on both edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2021 143,798 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside front tyre perishing and wearing on both edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside rear tyre perishing and wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside front tyre wearing slightly on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

coolant level low

Fail 23 Jan 2021 143,790 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible front number plate heavily deteriorated (0.1 (b))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside front tyre perishing and wearing on both edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside rear tyre perishing and wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside front tyre wearing slightly on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

coolant level low

Pass 8 Jan 2020 138,585 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2018 135,092 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear anti vibration bar corroded

Pass 24 Nov 2017 129,785 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 123,551 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2015 117,833 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 117,597 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 105,085 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 98,664 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 91,302 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2010 83,916 miles

Front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 4 Dec 2009 76,733 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2008 68,008 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 51,730 miles

offside and nearside c.v. gaiters need proper clips to secure to joints

Fail 4 Dec 2007 51,730 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)

offside and nearside c.v. gaiters need proper clips to secure to joints

Pass 6 Dec 2006 38,014 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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GV51 AKK is a 2001 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 GV51 AKK, 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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GV51 AKK is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 3 November 2001.

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