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RA51 GVU

2001 Renault Megane

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

54,835 mi
Last recorded54,835 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2016
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2016 54,835 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 50,141 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 50,099 miles

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

Fail 23 Jan 2015 50,096 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

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

Pass 21 Jan 2014 48,777 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2014 48,776 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Sep 2012 46,745 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 43,249 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 40,621 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2009 37,542 miles
Fail 5 May 2009 37,542 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 7 May 2008 34,471 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 31,026 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 27,887 miles
Fail 2 May 2006 27,887 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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 GVU is a 2001 Renault Megane in Grey 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 RA51 GVU, 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 GVU registered?

RA51 GVU is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 16 November 2001.

Is RA51 GVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA51 GVU 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.

Does RA51 GVU have outstanding finance?

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