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SG51 MUU

2001 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

61,239 mi
Last recorded61,239 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2016
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG51 MUU
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2016 61,239 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2015 58,891 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

front discs and pads

n/s/f inner trackrod has slight play

n/s/r tyre starting to crack

Pass 10 Oct 2014 54,114 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 9 Oct 2014 54,113 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

eml on

Pass 21 Oct 2013 51,234 miles

weathering and nail nearside rear tyre

windscreen washers output

Pass 29 Oct 2012 49,372 miles

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

Fail 26 Oct 2011 47,897 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

condition of centre exhaust clamp

wrong drive belt fitted to vehicle

Pass 26 Oct 2011 47,897 miles

condition of centre exhaust clamp

wrong drive belt fitted to vehicle

Pass 7 Oct 2010 45,133 miles

o/s/f brake disc

Pass 14 Oct 2009 41,516 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 38,365 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2008 38,366 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Oct 2007 34,375 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Fail 15 Oct 2007 34,375 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 29 Sep 2006 30,081 miles

offside rear tyre has cracking and perishing

Fail 28 Sep 2006 30,069 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

offside rear tyre has cracking and perishing

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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SG51 MUU is a 2001 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 SG51 MUU, 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 SG51 MUU registered?

SG51 MUU is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is SG51 MUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG51 MUU shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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