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HV51 EKR

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

86,348 mi
Last recorded86,348 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2015
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV51 EKR
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2015 86,348 miles

both rear indicators slightly discoloured

Fail 21 Aug 2015 86,348 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

both rear indicators slightly discoloured

Pass 25 Feb 2014 75,324 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2013 70,744 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2012 65,126 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 28 Apr 2012 65,126 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 4 Apr 2011 61,514 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2011 61,514 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 58,530 miles

front tyres getting low

Pass 22 Apr 2009 57,220 miles

nearside dual tail lamp inoperative

tyres wearing to various degrees

Fail 22 Apr 2009 57,220 miles

Rear Tie bar/rod corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

nearside dual tail lamp inoperative

tyres wearing to various degrees

Pass 30 Apr 2008 55,886 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 53,859 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 50,052 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 EKR is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 HV51 EKR, 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 EKR registered?

HV51 EKR is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 14 September 2001.

Is HV51 EKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV51 EKR shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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