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KM51 NFN

2001 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

116,229 mi
Last recorded116,229 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2017
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM51 NFN
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2017 116,229 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules x4 (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 1 Apr 2016 114,659 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules x4 (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 31 Mar 2016 114,659 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules x4 (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 26 Mar 2015 112,693 miles

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

nearside rear tyre is badly cracked

Pass 2 Apr 2014 111,007 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

offside rear tyre deteriorated

rear tie bar corroded

Fail 2 Apr 2014 111,007 miles

Rear Tie bar/rod corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

offside rear tyre deteriorated

Pass 8 Jun 2013 106,535 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2013 106,490 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2012 96,620 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2012 96,620 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 14 Jun 2011 93,713 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2011 93,713 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2010 85,927 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 72,883 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2009 72,883 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

advise radiator leaking o/s bottom corner

Pass 18 Jun 2008 62,294 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 55,198 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 46,790 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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KM51 NFN is a 2001 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 KM51 NFN, 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 KM51 NFN registered?

KM51 NFN is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 30 November 2001.

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