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SXZ 2074

2001 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

82,864 mi
Last recorded82,864 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2025
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSXZ 2074
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2025 82,864 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Feb 2024 67,751 miles

Lower gearbox dog bone mount play

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2023 54,520 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2022 47,381 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2021 46,593 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2020 45,944 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 44,834 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2018 43,618 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 42,377 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 41,219 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2015 39,985 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2015 39,985 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 38,013 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2014 38,013 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Feb 2013 36,122 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 34,161 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2011 32,440 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2010 31,253 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 30,162 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 29,360 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 28,242 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2006 25,674 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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SXZ 2074 is a 2001 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 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 SXZ 2074, 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 SXZ 2074 registered?

SXZ 2074 is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 31 January 2001.

Is SXZ 2074 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SXZ 2074 shows 22 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.

Does SXZ 2074 have outstanding finance?

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