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HK51 RWJ

2001 Renault Megane

Green Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2020
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

109,492 mi
Last recorded109,492 miles
Recorded on13 May 2019
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK51 RWJ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 May 2019 109,492 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2018 107,963 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 105,465 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 101,608 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 97,189 miles

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

Rear stabiliser bar corroded

Fail 7 May 2014 92,624 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2014 92,624 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 87,860 miles

Brace bar by rear axle corroded and holed

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

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 22 May 2013 87,860 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Brace bar by rear axle corroded and holed

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

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 24 May 2012 83,265 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside rear brake slight bind

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 24 May 2012 83,265 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

Nearside rear brake slight bind

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 May 2011 78,537 miles

14% front brake imbalance probably due to disc and pad wear

Both rear indicator bulbs colour fading

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

Nearside rear brake makes scraping noise when applied

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Oil leak

Fail 16 May 2011 78,537 miles

14% front brake imbalance probably due to disc and pad wear

Both rear indicator bulbs colour fading

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside rear brake makes scraping noise when applied

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Oil leak

Pass 6 May 2010 74,324 miles

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

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Offside rear tyre sidewal and tread perished and cracking

Fail 6 May 2010 74,324 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Advise diesel injector cleaner added as just passed smoke test at second test

Brake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

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

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Front brake imbalance of 14%, probably due to discs

Nearside rear indicator bulb slightly faded

Offside rear tyre sidewal and tread perished and cracking

Pass 27 Apr 2009 65,597 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2009 65,597 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 23 Apr 2008 56,743 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 47,894 miles
Fail 9 May 2007 47,894 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 27 Apr 2006 41,590 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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HK51 RWJ is a 2001 Renault Megane in Green with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 RWJ, 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 RWJ registered?

HK51 RWJ is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 11 December 2001.

Is HK51 RWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK51 RWJ shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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