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KR51 CXY

2001 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

74,701 mi
Last recorded74,701 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2015
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR51 CXY
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2015 74,701 miles

Nearside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

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

Offside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 16 Dec 2014 73,212 miles

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 24 Apr 2013 68,542 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 63,728 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 26 Apr 2011 57,840 miles

nearside rear wheel bearing is noisey

surface rust on front brake discs and inner pads worn low

Pass 18 Sep 2010 57,559 miles

both front tyres wearing on edges

Fail 17 Sep 2010 57,550 miles

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

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

both front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 15 Sep 2009 46,891 miles

rear tyres perishing

Pass 30 May 2009 45,457 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2007 31,325 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2006 23,467 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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KR51 CXY is a 2001 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 KR51 CXY, 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 KR51 CXY registered?

KR51 CXY is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 17 December 2001.

Is KR51 CXY safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR51 CXY shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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