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RF51 XMX

2001 Renault Megane

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2024
Tests28 (19 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate67.9%

Mileage

82,487 mi
Last recorded82,487 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2023
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF51 XMX
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

19 pass 9 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2023 82,487 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front tyre worn on edges

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight wear on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 28 Jan 2022 81,858 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2021 81,164 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jan 2020 80,413 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

boot button missing but can be opened

Pass 28 Jan 2019 79,818 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jan 2018 79,530 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Fail 29 Jan 2018 79,527 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Pass 24 Jan 2017 79,004 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Jan 2017 79,004 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2016 78,887 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Jan 2016 78,887 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Jan 2015 78,345 miles

coolant level low

Fail 15 Jan 2014 77,609 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 15 Jan 2014 77,609 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 23 Jan 2013 76,892 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 75,022 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2012 75,022 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 21 Jan 2011 73,898 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2011 73,898 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 1 Nov 2010 73,846 miles

rear lateral support bar holed and corroded

Fail 1 Nov 2010 73,844 miles

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

rear lateral support bar holed and corroded

Pass 30 Oct 2009 69,508 miles

wear on tyres

Pass 30 Oct 2008 63,321 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 59,200 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2007 59,200 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

nearside front tyre tread low on outer edge

Pass 2 Nov 2006 54,160 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2005 42,344 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2005 42,344 miles

Nearside brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

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 XMX is a 2001 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 67.9%.

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 RF51 XMX, 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

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What year was RF51 XMX registered?

RF51 XMX is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 9 November 2001.

Is RF51 XMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF51 XMX shows 28 tests with a 67.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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