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HK51 VBC

2001 Renault Megane

Green Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2017
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

135,471 mi
Last recorded135,471 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2016
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2016 135,471 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Feb 2015 132,408 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2015 132,408 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Oct 2013 126,682 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 Nov 2012 120,450 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 May 2012 177,386 miles

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)

Pass 4 Jun 2011 112,558 miles

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 4 Jun 2011 112,558 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 22 May 2010 104,813 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 97,910 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 91,189 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 83,409 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 77,213 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2005 68,038 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 VBC is a 2001 Renault Megane in Green with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 HK51 VBC, 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 VBC registered?

HK51 VBC is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 24 December 2001.

Is HK51 VBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK51 VBC shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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