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SH51 UET

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

86,942 mi
Last recorded86,942 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2016
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH51 UET
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2016 86,942 miles

both front brake disks lipped

both rear tyres slightly perished

exhaust system in general is coroded

o/s/r lamp unit damaged but no white light exposed

Pass 5 Aug 2015 83,707 miles

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

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

lower engine stabiliser perished

Pass 5 Aug 2014 80,179 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

both front wipers slightly deteriated

both rear tyres wearing low

Pass 9 Aug 2013 76,845 miles

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged (3.4.2)

front brake disks coroded and slightly lipped

n/s/r tyre wearing low

Pass 20 Aug 2012 74,135 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2012 74,135 miles

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 26 Aug 2011 71,391 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 68,272 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 64,666 miles

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

centre brake light not working

Fail 21 Jul 2009 64,666 miles

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

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

centre brake light not working

Pass 1 Aug 2008 61,401 miles

CENTRE BRAKE LIGHT NOT WORKING

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 1 Aug 2008 61,401 miles

CENTRE BRAKE LIGHT NOT WORKING

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2007 56,893 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2007 56,879 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

rear doors not opening from outside

Pass 2 May 2006 39,009 miles

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

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

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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SH51 UET is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 SH51 UET, 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 SH51 UET registered?

SH51 UET is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 13 December 2001.

Is SH51 UET safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH51 UET shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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