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KN51 EKO

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Dec 2026
Tests29 (21 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate72.4%

Mileage

53,782 mi
Last recorded53,782 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN51 EKO
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

21 pass 8 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 53,782 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2024 53,440 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2023 52,967 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre wearing low on outer edge

Offside Rear Tyre inner sidewall starting to crack/perish

Fail 22 Nov 2023 52,953 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))

Horn not working Only functions occasionaly (7.7 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre wearing low on outer edge

Offside Rear Tyre inner sidewall starting to crack/perish

Pass 14 Nov 2022 52,481 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2021 51,692 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2021 51,674 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Nov 2020 50,685 miles

Nearside washer jet requires adjustment

Fail 13 Nov 2020 50,651 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside washer jet requires adjustment

Pass 15 Nov 2019 49,806 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2018 48,754 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2018 48,754 miles

Headlamp aim too high Both (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Nov 2017 47,555 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2016 46,489 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2016 46,489 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 1 Dec 2015 46,030 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 45,949 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2013 45,787 miles

Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivot(s) retaining device insecure (3.1.4b)

Pass 27 Nov 2013 45,787 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 45,681 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2012 45,681 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2011 45,396 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2010 44,848 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 43,853 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 43,058 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 42,201 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 41,379 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2005 40,539 miles

Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Pass 10 Nov 2005 40,539 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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KN51 EKO is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.4%.

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 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 KN51 EKO, 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 KN51 EKO registered?

KN51 EKO is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 5 October 2001.

Is KN51 EKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN51 EKO shows 29 tests with a 72.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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