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SG51 SGZ

2001 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2022
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

36,565 mi
Last recorded36,565 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2021
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG51 SGZ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2021 36,565 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 34,621 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2019 32,113 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective x2 torn but still clearing screen (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing 18 years old (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm also cut on sidewall (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing x2 perishing 18 years old (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Oct 2018 31,086 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2018 31,085 miles

Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Oct 2017 30,047 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 29,197 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 28,339 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2015 28,339 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 20 Oct 2014 27,504 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 26,497 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 24,929 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 23,055 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 21,626 miles

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

Fail 15 Oct 2010 21,626 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Oct 2009 20,445 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 17,998 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 15,600 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2007 15,600 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2006 14,349 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 SGZ is a 2001 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SGZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SG51 SGZ registered?

SG51 SGZ is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 24 October 2001.

Is SG51 SGZ safe to buy?

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