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MV51 XDL

2001 Renault Megane

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2021
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

91,954 mi
Last recorded91,954 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2020
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV51 XDL
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2020 91,954 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material flex to cylinder (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 28 Oct 2020 91,861 miles

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged speed ring (1.6 (e))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material flex to cylinder (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Nov 2019 89,458 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear. (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear. (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2018 86,878 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2018 86,876 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 14 Dec 2017 84,195 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2017 84,195 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2016 81,302 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2016 81,302 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Dec 2015 78,486 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2014 75,500 miles

sceen scatched

Pass 18 Dec 2013 72,455 miles

Gearbox staibiliser arm bushes worn.

Pass 19 Dec 2012 69,493 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 66,616 miles

Brake disc inner faces starting to corrode but ok at time of test and not effecting braking.

O/S/R Outer door handle inop

Fail 14 Dec 2011 66,616 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Brake disc inner faces starting to corrode but ok at time of test and not effecting braking.

O/S/R Outer door handle inop

Pass 16 Dec 2010 63,314 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Dec 2010 63,314 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Rear 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 16 Dec 2009 60,047 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2009 60,047 miles

Centre Rear Tie bar/rod corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 8 Dec 2008 56,331 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2008 56,331 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Dec 2007 52,246 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 48,024 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2005 43,245 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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MV51 XDL is a 2001 Renault Megane in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 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 MV51 XDL, 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 MV51 XDL registered?

MV51 XDL is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is MV51 XDL safe to buy?

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