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ML51 BNU

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

65,314 mi
Last recorded65,314 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2016
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML51 BNU
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2016 65,314 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2015 56,319 miles

bearing noise from timing belt area

Fail 27 Feb 2015 56,194 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

bearing noise from timing belt area

Pass 24 Feb 2014 49,476 miles

engine warning light on

Pass 23 Feb 2013 44,944 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2012 39,230 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Feb 2012 39,230 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 34,938 miles

engine management warning light on

Pass 4 Mar 2010 32,391 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2010 32,352 miles

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

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

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

odb light on

Pass 2 Mar 2009 29,004 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 2 Mar 2009 29,004 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Fail 31 Oct 2008 28,079 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Oct 2008 28,079 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 25,605 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 23,348 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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ML51 BNU 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 ML51 BNU, 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 ML51 BNU registered?

ML51 BNU is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 28 September 2001.

Is ML51 BNU safe to buy?

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