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MA51 XGR

2001 Renault Megane

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

142,013 mi
Last recorded142,013 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2015
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA51 XGR
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2015 142,013 miles

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

Fail 28 Sep 2015 142,013 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Sep 2014 138,083 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2013 132,047 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2013 132,046 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 29 Sep 2012 120,618 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2012 120,618 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 28 Sep 2011 111,602 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 101,003 miles

Front discs corroded on inner edges

Front tyres worn on edges

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2009 92,429 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2008 85,920 miles

rear number plate starting to deterioate

Fail 14 Aug 2008 85,892 miles

Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear number plate starting to deterioate

Pass 5 Sep 2007 78,469 miles

rear no plate deteriated

Fail 4 Sep 2007 78,451 miles

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

rear no plate slightly deteriated

Pass 11 Sep 2006 69,659 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 XGR is a 2001 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 MA51 XGR, 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 XGR registered?

MA51 XGR is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 11 October 2001.

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