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SL51 BWX

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

70,872 mi
Last recorded70,872 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2015
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL51 BWX
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2015 70,872 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 66,310 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2013 61,760 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2012 56,985 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2011 51,856 miles

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 17 Aug 2010 46,735 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2009 41,180 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Aug 2009 41,180 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 38,437 miles

n/s/r tyre slightly perished on sidewalls

Pass 25 Sep 2007 34,228 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2006 29,361 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both rear tyres show perishing on sidewalls

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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SL51 BWX is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 SL51 BWX, 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

How do I check the history of SL51 BWX?

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What year was SL51 BWX registered?

SL51 BWX is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is SL51 BWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL51 BWX shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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