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SD51 RGX

2001 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

98,318 mi
Last recorded98,318 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2014
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD51 RGX
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2014 98,318 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 92,048 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 15 Jun 2013 92,048 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 16 Jun 2012 88,052 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2011 81,905 miles

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Oil leak

Pass 15 Jun 2011 81,905 miles

Oil leak

Pass 14 May 2010 76,466 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2009 73,614 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2008 69,423 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 50,901 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 47,818 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2006 47,818 miles

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

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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SD51 RGX is a 2001 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SD51 RGX, 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 SD51 RGX registered?

SD51 RGX is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 10 October 2001.

Is SD51 RGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SD51 RGX shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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