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SV51 MUP

2001 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

105,731 mi
Last recorded105,731 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2016
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV51 MUP
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2016 105,731 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 23 Nov 2015 102,862 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2015 102,816 miles

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

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

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

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

Nearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Tailgate cannot be secured in the closed position not opening (6.4.1)

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)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 25 Nov 2014 97,049 miles

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

engine management lamp staying on.

rear anti vibration bar broken.

rear wiper blade torn.

Fail 14 Nov 2014 96,907 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)

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

engine management lamp staying on.

rear anti vibration bar broken.

rear wiper blade torn.

Pass 13 Nov 2013 87,496 miles

advise metal brake pipes

Pass 20 Nov 2012 82,467 miles

advise both front seats security

Fail 19 Nov 2012 82,467 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

advise both front seats security

Pass 2 Nov 2011 72,303 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 67,161 miles

offside front brake disc slightly pitted

Fail 22 Nov 2010 67,141 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

offside front brake disc slightly pitted

Pass 23 Nov 2009 60,090 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Fail 23 Nov 2009 60,090 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 14 Oct 2008 53,630 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2007 47,558 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2006 42,242 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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SV51 MUP is a 2001 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 SV51 MUP, 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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SV51 MUP is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 1 September 2001.

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