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PE51 BWL

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2016
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

65,764 mi
Last recorded65,764 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2015
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE51 BWL
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2015 65,764 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 62,786 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2013 59,759 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2013 59,757 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 31 Aug 2012 56,931 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 54,365 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 51,196 miles

Nail in O/s rear tyre

O/s rear wheel hub bearing has slight noise when rotated

Pass 14 Sep 2009 48,283 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2009 48,283 miles

Centre Panhard rod corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

o/side door mirror repaired with tape

Fail 13 Sep 2008 45,412 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Sep 2008 45,412 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 41,743 miles

advise corrosion to lower rear axle brace

Fail 4 Sep 2006 37,875 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Sep 2006 37,875 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2005 32,155 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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PE51 BWL is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 PE51 BWL, 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 PE51 BWL registered?

PE51 BWL is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 18 September 2001.

Is PE51 BWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for PE51 BWL shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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