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RA51 GDV

2001 Renault Megane

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2016
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

40,239 mi
Last recorded40,239 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2015
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA51 GDV
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2015 40,239 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear tyre has a nail in tread

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

Fail 6 Nov 2015 40,200 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

Nearside Rear tyre has a nail in tread

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

Pass 25 Nov 2014 40,056 miles

brake disc slightly corroded

Pass 29 Oct 2013 34,606 miles

both front tyres wearing on edges

Fail 29 Oct 2013 34,606 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

n/s/f tyre wearing outer edge

o/s/f tyre worn inner edge

Pass 14 Nov 2012 29,687 miles

lateral bar rusty

Fail 21 Nov 2011 28,511 miles

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

lateral bar rusty

Pass 21 Nov 2011 28,511 miles

lateral bar rusty

Pass 2 Nov 2010 27,774 miles

lateral bar weak

Pass 3 Nov 2009 26,766 miles

rear bar weak

Pass 7 Nov 2008 25,411 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2007 23,919 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2006 22,074 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2005 13,584 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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RA51 GDV is a 2001 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 RA51 GDV, 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 RA51 GDV registered?

RA51 GDV is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 8 November 2001.

Is RA51 GDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA51 GDV shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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