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HN51 XBC

2001 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2022
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

66,200 mi
Last recorded66,200 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2021
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2021 66,200 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2021 66,200 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Oct 2020 63,833 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

surface corrosion underside

Fail 19 Oct 2020 65,833 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

surface corrosion underside

Pass 9 Apr 2019 64,842 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2019 64,840 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective smearing slightly (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2018 64,005 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 62,605 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2016 60,893 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 59,132 miles

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 10 Apr 2014 55,715 miles

fornt number plate cracked

Pass 2 Apr 2013 53,548 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2013 53,548 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2012 51,034 miles

Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

o/s washer jet partially blocked

Pass 5 Apr 2011 47,924 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 44,860 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 40,792 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 37,234 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 33,607 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2007 33,607 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 11 Apr 2006 28,975 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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HN51 XBC 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 76.2%.

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 HN51 XBC, 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 XBC registered?

HN51 XBC is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 12 December 2001.

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The MOT history for HN51 XBC shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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