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SL51 SHX

2001 Renault Megane

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2019
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

67,988 mi
Last recorded67,988 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2018
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL51 SHX
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2018 67,988 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 27 Nov 2018 67,988 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 1 Dec 2017 56,918 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 19 Aug 2016 53,330 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 49,120 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2015 49,120 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Oct 2014 45,386 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2014 45,384 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 26 Sep 2013 39,842 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2013 39,829 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Pass 19 Sep 2012 36,551 miles

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 28 Sep 2011 34,837 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 32,034 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2009 28,357 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 24,597 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 21,263 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 17,882 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2005 14,047 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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SL51 SHX is a 2001 Renault Megane in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 SHX, 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 SL51 SHX registered?

SL51 SHX is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 13 October 2001.

Is SL51 SHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL51 SHX shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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