CarVerify

Free Car Check

OV51 XGT

2001 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1390cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2015
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi
4 checks still locked for this Renault
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV51 XGT
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Fail 5 Aug 2015

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

instrument panel has no display or tell tale lights

Fail 15 Jul 2014 71,203 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 15 Jul 2014 71,203 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 66,445 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2013 66,445 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 3 Oct 2012 59,580 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

n/s and o/s rear tyres advance wear

Fail 3 Oct 2012 59,580 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

n/s and o/s rear tyres advance wear

Pass 7 Oct 2011 52,012 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

o/s front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 20 Oct 2010 45,056 miles

Front spooler insecure and O/S/R door will not open from outside of vehicle

Fail 20 Oct 2010 45,056 miles

Front spooler insecure and O/S/R door will not open from outside of vehicle

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Oct 2009 38,208 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 15 Oct 2009 38,208 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

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

nsf tyre deteriorated

Pass 10 Oct 2008 31,165 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2007 25,116 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 19,194 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2005 15,881 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
Full Renault Megane reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

OV51 XGT is a 2001 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 OV51 XGT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OV51 XGT?

You can check the full history of OV51 XGT by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was OV51 XGT registered?

OV51 XGT is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 24 November 2001.

Is OV51 XGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV51 XGT shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OV51 XGT have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on OV51 XGT. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.