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RF51 XMV

2001 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2016
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

75,439 mi
Last recorded75,439 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2015
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF51 XMV
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2015 75,439 miles

Both front brake discs corroded.

Centre exhaust corrosion.

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 5 Nov 2014 73,148 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 11 Nov 2013 69,311 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2013 69,311 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 23 Nov 2012 65,500 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2011 60,902 miles

chip in windscreen

o/s rear shock absorber slightly damp

Fail 19 Nov 2011 60,870 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

chip in windscreen

o/s rear shock absorber slightly damp

Pass 13 Oct 2010 55,995 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 22 Oct 2009 52,225 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front and rear number plates delaminating

Fail 22 Oct 2009 52,225 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front and rear number plates delaminating

Pass 29 Oct 2008 47,958 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 42,173 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2006 39,365 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2006 39,365 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front and rear number plates dealaminating

Pass 2 Nov 2005 37,445 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 XMV is a 2001 Renault Megane in Blue 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 RF51 XMV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RF51 XMV?

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What year was RF51 XMV registered?

RF51 XMV is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 25 November 2001.

Is RF51 XMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF51 XMV 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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