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HN51 XRS

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

151,999 mi
Last recorded151,999 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2014
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN51 XRS
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2014 151,999 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 Mar 2013 146,851 miles

Oil leak

offside front fog light glass damaged

rear wiper blade split

Fail 9 Mar 2013 146,817 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Oil leak

offside front fog light glass damaged

rear wiper blade split

Pass 9 Mar 2012 132,823 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 120,651 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 104,854 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2008 90,439 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 79,199 miles

Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both cv gaiters secured by cable ties

Pass 11 May 2006 64,454 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

both front tyres down to 2 and half mm

Fail 11 May 2006 64,454 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

both front tyres down to 2 and half mm

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 XRS is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 XRS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HN51 XRS registered?

HN51 XRS is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 12 November 2001.

Is HN51 XRS safe to buy?

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