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HY51 RVW

2001 Renault Megane

Green Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2015
Tests18 (10 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

127,323 mi
Last recorded127,323 miles
Recorded on2 May 2014
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY51 RVW
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

10 pass 8 fail
Pass 2 May 2014 127,323 miles

Oil leak

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

engine warning light on

ns/rear tyre inner and outer edge worn

os/rear tyre outer edge worn

Fail 2 May 2014 127,323 miles

Nearside Front Upper Steering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)

Offside Front Upper Steering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)

Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Oil leak

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

engine warning light on

ns/rear tyre inner and outer edge worn

os/rear tyre outer edge worn

Pass 20 May 2013 117,006 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 20 May 2013 117,006 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 9 Jul 2012 108,358 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 9 Jul 2012 108,356 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 Jul 2011 96,748 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 12 Jul 2011 96,747 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 21 Jul 2010 86,713 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Jul 2010 86,713 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 76,986 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 65,543 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2008 65,543 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2007 54,363 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2007 54,363 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 17 Jul 2006 41,845 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2006 34,826 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2006 34,826 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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HY51 RVW is a 2001 Renault Megane in Green with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 HY51 RVW, 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 HY51 RVW registered?

HY51 RVW is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 25 September 2001.

Is HY51 RVW safe to buy?

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