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HV51 SNK

2001 Renault Megane

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2013
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

83,519 mi
Last recorded83,519 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2012
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV51 SNK
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2012 83,519 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 8 Nov 2012 83,519 miles

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

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 5 Aug 2011 77,822 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2011 77,822 miles

Nearside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 28 Jan 2010 72,606 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 64,031 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

n/s/f tyre outer sidewall cut

Pass 12 Nov 2007 55,884 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2007 55,867 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Oct 2006 46,735 miles

n/s/f wiper torn

slight play @ o/s/f steering tie bar (rack)

Fail 23 Oct 2006 46,735 miles

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

n/s/f wiper torn

slight play @ o/s/f steering tie bar (rack)

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 SNK is a 2001 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,998cc 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 SNK, 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 HV51 SNK registered?

HV51 SNK is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 10 September 2001.

Is HV51 SNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV51 SNK shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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