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RL51 KSU

2001 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

85,515 mi
Last recorded85,515 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2016
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRL51 KSU
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2016 85,515 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 77,986 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2015 77,986 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2014 67,105 miles

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

nearside rear tyre cracked and perished

Fail 14 Aug 2014 67,105 miles

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

nearside rear tyre cracked and perished

Pass 9 Sep 2013 58,720 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 7 Sep 2013 58,617 miles

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

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

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 13 Mar 2012 49,660 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 47,030 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2010 46,006 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 9 Jan 2009 43,459 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2008 38,730 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2007 34,418 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2006 29,431 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2006 29,431 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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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RL51 KSU 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 RL51 KSU, 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 RL51 KSU registered?

RL51 KSU is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 17 December 2001.

Is RL51 KSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RL51 KSU 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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