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SG51 RVU

2001 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2021
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

47,371 mi
Last recorded47,371 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2019
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2019 47,371 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 40,292 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2018 40,292 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded Both rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 4 Jul 2017 33,360 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2016 26,716 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 19,396 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 18,083 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 27 Jun 2014 74,274 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 28 Jun 2013 17,159 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2012 15,941 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 15,941 miles

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 14 Jul 2011 14,629 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 12,826 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2009 11,314 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2009 11,314 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 10,327 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2008 10,327 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2007 9,367 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 8,145 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2005 6,714 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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SG51 RVU is a 2001 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 SG51 RVU, 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 RVU registered?

SG51 RVU is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 28 September 2001.

Is SG51 RVU safe to buy?

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