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MK51 AKF

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

53,424 mi
Last recorded53,424 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2015
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK51 AKF
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2015 53,424 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 Aug 2014 49,897 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 46,936 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2012 44,774 miles

nearside front tyre cracking

offside rear tyre cracking

Fail 9 Aug 2012 44,774 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

nearside front tyre cracking

offside rear tyre cracking

Pass 30 Aug 2011 43,258 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 41,701 miles

near side and off side rear tyres starting to deteriorate on inner and outer side wall

Fail 4 Aug 2010 41,701 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 7 Jul 2009 40,431 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2009 40,431 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Jun 2008 38,455 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2008 38,455 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 May 2007 35,767 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2006 33,033 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2006 33,033 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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MK51 AKF is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,390cc 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 MK51 AKF, 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 MK51 AKF registered?

MK51 AKF is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 22 September 2001.

Is MK51 AKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK51 AKF shows 15 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.

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