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SM51 GLF

2001 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

150,367 mi
Last recorded150,367 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2015
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM51 GLF
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2015 150,367 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 129,779 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2014 129,771 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2013 96,601 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 80,157 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 68,685 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2010 57,740 miles

Offside Front Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Oct 2010 57,740 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 52,758 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2009 52,748 miles

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 20 Oct 2008 48,100 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2007 42,022 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 35,432 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2006 35,399 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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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SM51 GLF is a 2001 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 SM51 GLF, 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 SM51 GLF registered?

SM51 GLF is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 28 November 2001.

Is SM51 GLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM51 GLF shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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