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RF51 NVT

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2017
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

105,450 mi
Last recorded105,450 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2016
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF51 NVT
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2016 105,450 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2015 93,713 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Dec 2014 81,415 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2014 79,015 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

lower engine stabilizer bar bush badly worn

Pass 9 Mar 2013 74,571 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2013 74,571 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Feb 2012 69,178 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 66,055 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2011 84,819 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Mar 2010 60,888 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2010 60,888 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 Mar 2009 56,093 miles

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

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

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 11 Mar 2008 51,759 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 46,991 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2006 41,537 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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RF51 NVT 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 80%.

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 RF51 NVT, 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 RF51 NVT registered?

RF51 NVT is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 23 November 2001.

Is RF51 NVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF51 NVT shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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