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SH51 XFM

2001 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2014
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

122,795 mi
Last recorded122,795 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2013
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH51 XFM
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2013 122,795 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2013 122,795 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 2 Apr 2012 116,773 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

engine support mounting is slightly ditirioated

exhaust clamp corroded

nsf bleed nipple damaged but not leaking fluid

Fail 26 Mar 2012 116,608 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

engine support mounting is slightly detiriated

exhaust clamp corroded

Pass 15 Apr 2011 111,738 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 107,408 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2010 107,408 miles

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 6 Apr 2009 103,046 miles

Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 6 Apr 2009 103,046 miles

Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Apr 2008 98,377 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 89,862 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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SH51 XFM is a 2001 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 SH51 XFM, 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 XFM registered?

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

Is SH51 XFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH51 XFM shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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