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HN51 GPV

2001 Renault Megane

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2019
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

170,876 mi
Last recorded170,876 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2018
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN51 GPV
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2018 170,876 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 8 Nov 2018 170,876 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Oct 2017 162,577 miles

Front fog lamps smashed

Offside Front ABS RING BROKEN ON DRIVESHAFT FUNCTIONING OK AT PRESENT

Fail 12 Oct 2017 162,577 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

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

Front fog lamps smashed

Offside Front ABS RING BROKEN ON DRIVESHAFT FUNCTIONING OK AT PRESENT

Pass 31 Oct 2016 155,225 miles

Front fog lamp damaged

Fail 31 Oct 2016 155,369 miles

Front Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement both (3.5.1k)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Front fog lamp damaged

Pass 10 Nov 2015 147,086 miles

Front fog lamps broken but not a testable item

abs ring on offside driveshaft corroded

Fail 10 Nov 2015 147,086 miles

Front fog lamps broken but not a testable item

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

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

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

abs ring on offside driveshaft corroded

Pass 12 Nov 2014 138,944 miles

front fogs lamps broken

Pass 18 Nov 2013 131,884 miles

O/s/f tyre worn low and has a deep dig in outer tread.

Pass 19 Nov 2012 124,477 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2011 113,673 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Nov 2011 113,673 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2010 102,900 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 91,043 miles

Coolant leak

Fail 18 Nov 2009 91,043 miles

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

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Coolant leak

offside rear brake noisey when being tested on brake roller tester

nearside front driving lamp broken and has sharp edges

Pass 20 Nov 2008 80,487 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2008 80,487 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 26 Nov 2007 70,695 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2007 70,695 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 27 Nov 2006 60,273 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2005 47,237 miles

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

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

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

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

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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HN51 GPV is a 2001 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 HN51 GPV, 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 HN51 GPV registered?

HN51 GPV is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 19 October 2001.

Is HN51 GPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for HN51 GPV shows 22 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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