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HV51 ELU

2001 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

99,774 mi
Last recorded99,774 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2019
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2019 99,774 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2019 99,774 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 1 Dec 2018 91,524 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2017 84,847 miles

Advise rear cross bar corroded.

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Nov 2016 79,192 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 73,454 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 68,435 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 63,986 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 59,628 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 55,393 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2010 51,195 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 47,882 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 45,101 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 42,930 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2007 42,930 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 22 Aug 2006 40,491 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 ELU is a 2001 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 ELU, 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 ELU registered?

HV51 ELU is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 4 September 2001.

Is HV51 ELU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV51 ELU shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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