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SB51 DPO

2001 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2014
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

122,387 mi
Last recorded122,387 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2013
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB51 DPO
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2013 122,387 miles

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

Oil leak

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

smell of fuel at time of test but no visible leak at time of test

Pass 4 Oct 2012 111,674 miles

lateral bar corroded

Fail 3 Oct 2012 111,674 miles

Offside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

lateral bar corroded

Pass 1 Oct 2011 102,444 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2011 102,441 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 15 Oct 2010 88,903 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2010 88,903 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

excessive play on handbrake

Pass 14 Oct 2009 72,694 miles

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

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

fan belt noisy

Fail 14 Oct 2009 72,694 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

fan belt noisy

Pass 16 Oct 2008 57,059 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

gearbox oil leaks

passengers rear door inoperative

Pass 24 Oct 2007 47,963 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 39,694 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2005 29,182 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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SB51 DPO is a 2001 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 SB51 DPO, 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 SB51 DPO registered?

SB51 DPO is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 12 December 2001.

Is SB51 DPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB51 DPO shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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