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MA51 KBY

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

124,136 mi
Last recorded124,136 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2017
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA51 KBY
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2017 124,136 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2016 121,623 miles

Both front discs corroded

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit very low (4.1.E.1)

Vehicle has a coating of corrosion underneath

Fail 26 Jan 2016 121,623 miles

Both front discs corroded

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit very low (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Vehicle has a coating of corrosion underneath

Pass 28 Jul 2014 115,777 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2014 115,777 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

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

Rear Seat belt affected by an insecure seat fixing (5.2.1b)

Pass 27 Apr 2013 115,637 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2013 115,637 miles

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

Fail 14 Apr 2012 109,942 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2012 109,942 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 97,483 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2010 87,173 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 82,951 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 12 Feb 2009 82,951 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 6 Feb 2008 70,960 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2007 58,304 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2006 47,219 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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MA51 KBY is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 MA51 KBY, 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 MA51 KBY registered?

MA51 KBY is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 18 September 2001.

Is MA51 KBY safe to buy?

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