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RE51 CXF

2001 Renault Megane

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

62,419 mi
Last recorded62,419 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2015
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE51 CXF
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2015 62,419 miles

Offside Front 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 Apr 2014 54,425 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2014 54,425 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2013 49,354 miles

Centre engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Nearside rear tyre is misshaped

Fail 22 Apr 2013 49,334 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)

Centre engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Nearside rear tyre is misshaped

Pass 27 Apr 2012 46,477 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)

catalytic converter has developed a rattle. suspected loose honeycomb

near and offside front brake discs have surface corrosion

Pass 18 Feb 2011 39,754 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2011 39,727 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

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

near and offside front brake discs have surface corrosion

Pass 20 Sep 2010 38,109 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2009 33,595 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 31,188 miles

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

rear tyres perishing

Fail 18 Sep 2008 31,188 miles

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

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

rear tyres perishing

Pass 5 Sep 2007 28,692 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 25,536 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2006 25,536 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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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RE51 CXF is a 2001 Renault Megane in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 RE51 CXF, 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 RE51 CXF registered?

RE51 CXF is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 25 September 2001.

Is RE51 CXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE51 CXF shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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