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SG51 RXD

2001 Renault Megane

Green Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

122,158 mi
Last recorded122,158 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2017
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG51 RXD
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2017 122,158 miles

rear brakepipes slightly corroded

Fail 4 Jan 2017 122,105 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear brakepipes slightly corroded

Pass 8 Jan 2016 115,024 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2016 115,003 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Jan 2015 109,321 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Jan 2015 109,301 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 10 Jan 2014 104,038 miles

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)

Pass 9 Jan 2013 99,141 miles

center stop light not working

Fail 3 Jan 2013 98,998 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

center stop light not working

Pass 4 Jan 2012 90,209 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 81,548 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2011 81,548 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 5 Jan 2010 73,645 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2009 64,876 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2008 55,244 miles

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)

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

Pass 11 Jan 2007 48,490 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2007 48,490 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Jan 2006 42,177 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 RXD is a 2001 Renault Megane in Green with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RXD, 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 RXD registered?

SG51 RXD is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 20 September 2001.

Is SG51 RXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG51 RXD shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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