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KU51 XWD

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2013
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

121,148 mi
Last recorded121,148 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2012
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU51 XWD
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2012 121,148 miles

advise gearbox mount worn

signs of accident damage to front of vehicle

Fail 8 Jul 2012 121,113 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

advise gearbox mount worn

signs of accident damage to front of vehicle

Pass 25 Aug 2011 119,697 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 104,810 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2010 104,810 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2009 88,985 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2009 88,985 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 4 Sep 2008 81,434 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2007 77,978 miles

rear crossbar corroded

Fail 18 Nov 2006 71,758 miles

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 18 Nov 2006 71,758 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2005 66,461 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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KU51 XWD is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 KU51 XWD, 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 KU51 XWD registered?

KU51 XWD is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is KU51 XWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU51 XWD shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KU51 XWD have outstanding finance?

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