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ML51 OCA

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

86,585 mi
Last recorded86,585 miles
Recorded on29 Feb 2012
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML51 OCA
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Feb 2012 86,585 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2012 86,523 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 hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Mar 2011 80,651 miles

slight movement o/s steering arm

Fail 22 Feb 2011 80,625 miles

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

o/s/r door wont open from outside

slight movement o/s steering arm

Pass 27 Oct 2010 79,719 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 62,614 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 61,077 miles

nearside mirror damaged

Fail 4 Nov 2008 61,077 miles

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

nearside mirror damaged

Pass 8 Oct 2007 39,309 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 24,143 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2006 24,142 miles

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

front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

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 OCA is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 ML51 OCA, 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 OCA registered?

ML51 OCA is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 31 October 2001.

Is ML51 OCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for ML51 OCA shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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