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SA51 XBX

2001 Renault Megane

Green Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

56,602 mi
Last recorded56,602 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2016
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA51 XBX
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2016 56,602 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot top mount (2.7.4)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement anti roll bar (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear axel (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot top mount (2.7.4)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement anti roll bar (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear axle bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 2 Mar 2015 42,926 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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)

both front tyres worn on inner edges and low on tread

child seat fitted to off side rear unable to fully inspect seat belt

e.m.l on

front and off side rear brake pads low

front number plate deteriorating

Pass 2 Mar 2015 42,926 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both front tyres worn on inner edges and low on tread

child seat fitted to off side rear unable to fully inspect seat belt

e.m.l on

front and off side rear brake pads low

front number plate deteriorating

Pass 4 Mar 2014 22,770 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2013 11,726 miles

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

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

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 16 Feb 2012 99,754 miles

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

o/s rear number plate light dull

Pass 9 Mar 2011 88,354 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 10 Mar 2010 83,319 miles

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

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

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 4 Mar 2009 78,395 miles

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

Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Fail 3 Mar 2009 78,390 miles

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

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

Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 25 Feb 2008 73,431 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 66,933 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2005 48,327 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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SA51 XBX is a 2001 Renault Megane in Green with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 SA51 XBX, 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 SA51 XBX registered?

SA51 XBX is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 9 October 2001.

Is SA51 XBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SA51 XBX shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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