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GV51 HGU

2001 Renault Megane

Red Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2012
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

166,566 mi
Last recorded166,566 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2011
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV51 HGU
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2011 166,566 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 8 Nov 2010 160,277 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 4 Nov 2009 142,924 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 132,024 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2008 132,023 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting nut missing (2.4.G.1)

Rear Tie bar/rod corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

battery insecure

Pass 25 Oct 2007 118,419 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2006 96,840 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2005 87,940 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2005 87,940 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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 HGU is a 2001 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 HGU, 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 GV51 HGU registered?

GV51 HGU is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 6 November 2001.

Is GV51 HGU safe to buy?

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