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HK51 EYR

2001 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2015
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

82,882 mi
Last recorded82,882 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2014
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK51 EYR
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Fail 12 Aug 2014 82,882 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Aug 2014 82,882 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2013 75,964 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Aug 2013 75,964 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2012 71,443 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

advise rusted condition of rear body stiffening stay between rear suspension mounting points.

Pass 22 Nov 2012 71,443 miles

advise rusted condition of rear body stiffening stay between rear suspension mounting points.

Pass 23 Nov 2011 66,695 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2011 66,695 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

advise rear body brace accross vehicle underside is corroded through

Pass 23 Nov 2010 61,891 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Oil leak

nearside rear wheel bearing noisy

rear cross member corroded

Pass 17 Nov 2009 58,117 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2009 58,117 miles

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

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

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

advise stabilising rail accross rearsuspension atatchment points is severly rusted through .

rear wiper blade is u/s.

Fail 20 Nov 2008 54,305 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Nov 2008 54,305 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 46,295 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 38,094 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2005 29,449 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

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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HK51 EYR is a 2001 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HK51 EYR, 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 HK51 EYR registered?

HK51 EYR is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 1 December 2001.

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