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HV51 EKF

2001 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2013
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

89,115 mi
Last recorded89,115 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2012
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV51 EKF
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2012 89,115 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2012 89,112 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Coolant leak

Oil leak

ns wiper blade split

nsf tyre worn on inner and outer edge

Pass 1 Aug 2011 81,933 miles

front both sides brake discs wearing low and corroded inner sides

Fail 1 Aug 2011 81,933 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front both sides brake discs wearing low and corroded inner sides

Pass 13 Feb 2010 70,730 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside rear wheel bearing slightly noisy

Fail 11 Feb 2010 70,728 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside rear wheel bearing slightly noisy

Pass 14 Feb 2009 63,320 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2009 63,320 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 16 Nov 2007 56,931 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2006 50,278 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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HV51 EKF is a 2001 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 HV51 EKF, 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 HV51 EKF registered?

HV51 EKF is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 24 September 2001.

Is HV51 EKF safe to buy?

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