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HY51 SMX

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

46,521 mi
Last recorded46,521 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2016
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY51 SMX
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2016 46,521 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2015 44,713 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Sep 2014 43,094 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 9 Sep 2014 43,080 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Sep 2013 40,838 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2012 37,874 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 6 Sep 2011 35,552 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 33,764 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 31,687 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 29,015 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2008 29,015 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 13 Sep 2007 24,837 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2007 24,837 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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 16 Sep 2006 21,275 miles

puncture in near side rear tyre

Fail 16 Sep 2006 21,275 miles

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

puncture in near side rear tyre

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 SMX is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 HY51 SMX, 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 HY51 SMX registered?

HY51 SMX is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is HY51 SMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY51 SMX shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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