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GX51 RVA

2001 Renault Megane

Green Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

54,333 mi
Last recorded54,333 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX51 RVA
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 54,333 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2024 53,322 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 52,398 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2023 52,398 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Aug 2022 51,680 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 51,300 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 50,945 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 49,623 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 47,991 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 46,377 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 44,959 miles

Nearside Front tyre down to 2mm

hazard switch was sticking to start with

Pass 9 Sep 2015 43,881 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 41,329 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2014 41,329 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 27 Aug 2013 39,895 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 37,250 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 36,035 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 36,035 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 33,568 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 23 Aug 2010 33,568 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 16 Sep 2009 32,329 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 31,107 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 29,513 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 27,629 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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GX51 RVA is a 2001 Renault Megane in Green with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 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 GX51 RVA, 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

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What year was GX51 RVA registered?

GX51 RVA is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 21 September 2001.

Is GX51 RVA safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX51 RVA shows 24 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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