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RX51 OAB

2001 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

114,353 mi
Last recorded114,353 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2013
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX51 OAB
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2013 114,353 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)

Fail 13 Jul 2012 98,878 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

o/s/f tyre inner side wall scuffed

Pass 13 Jul 2012 98,878 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

o/s/f tyre inner side wall scuffed

Pass 15 Jul 2011 84,715 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 69,571 miles

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

front brake discs worn and corroded on edges

rear tyres perished

Pass 13 Jul 2009 56,182 miles

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

mark on front no;plate

Fail 22 Jul 2008 43,682 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2008 43,682 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 40,282 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 33,639 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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RX51 OAB is a 2001 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 RX51 OAB, 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 RX51 OAB registered?

RX51 OAB is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 5 September 2001.

Is RX51 OAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX51 OAB shows 10 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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