CarVerify

Free Car Check

HY51 VRW

2001 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1390cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2018
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

46,527 mi
Last recorded46,527 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2017
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Renault
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY51 VRW
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2017 46,527 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2017 46,500 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage missing (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jul 2016 40,267 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2016 40,267 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 17 Jul 2015 32,398 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear lateral beam corroded

Pass 15 Jul 2014 31,460 miles

slight cracking to tread/side wall on both rear tyres

Fail 15 Jul 2014 31,460 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

engine management light on

slight cracking to tread/side wall on both rear tyres

Pass 23 Jul 2013 30,742 miles

Oil leak

Fail 23 Jul 2013 30,742 miles

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Offside Rear Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Oil leak

Pass 10 Jul 2012 30,073 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2011 29,553 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Jul 2011 29,553 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 28,950 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 21 Jul 2009 28,221 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 27,365 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 26,447 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2006 25,559 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front brakes worn

rear wiper split

slight corrosion on exhaust

wheel trims scratched

Pass 19 Jul 2006 25,559 miles

front brakes worn

rear wiper split

slight corrosion on exhaust

wheel trims scratched

Pass 22 Jul 2005 24,025 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
Full Renault Megane reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

HY51 VRW is a 2001 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 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 VRW, 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

How do I check the history of HY51 VRW?

You can check the full history of HY51 VRW by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was HY51 VRW registered?

HY51 VRW is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 15 October 2001.

Is HY51 VRW safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY51 VRW shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HY51 VRW have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on HY51 VRW. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.