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HN51 GVX

2001 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2019
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

141,834 mi
Last recorded141,834 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2018
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN51 GVX
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2018 141,834 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2017 130,145 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2017 130,141 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 26 Aug 2016 117,673 miles

Deep perishing splits and cracks in nearside rear tyre.

Pass 27 May 2015 101,801 miles

Nearside front tyre wearing uneven and low on outer edge.

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

Offside front tyre wearing uneven.

Slight perishing cracks in nearside rear tyre.

Slight perishing cracks in offside rear tyre.

Fail 27 May 2015 101,801 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside front tyre wearing uneven and low on outer edge.

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

Offside front tyre wearing uneven.

Slight perishing cracks in nearside rear tyre.

Slight perishing cracks in offside rear tyre.

Pass 19 Jun 2014 94,373 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2014 94,373 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

rear cross member rotted off

Pass 8 Jan 2013 94,337 miles

Gearbox mounting defective

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

rear body stabiliser/cross-bar corroded away

Fail 8 Jan 2013 94,337 miles

Gearbox mounting defective

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear body stabiliser/cross-bar corroded away

Pass 5 Jan 2012 82,831 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2012 82,831 miles

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

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

nsf tyre worn on outer edge

rear chassis transverse brace rotted away

Pass 11 Jan 2011 68,223 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front brake discs excessively corroded

n/s cv boot loose on joint

n/s/r tyre 3mm

o/s/ cv boot loose on joint

o/s/f brake binding

rear suspension strengthener bar corroded away

Fail 12 Jan 2010 63,889 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2010 63,889 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 61,304 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 54,352 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2008 54,352 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 4 May 2007 47,385 miles
Fail 3 May 2007 47,383 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2006 36,549 miles

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

front brake discs worn

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 GVX is a 2001 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 GVX, 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 GVX registered?

HN51 GVX is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 21 November 2001.

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