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W2 OAM

2001 Renault Megane

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

50,761 mi
Last recorded50,761 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW2 OAM
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 50,761 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2024 47,353 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 45,596 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2022 42,967 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2022 42,963 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 1 Sep 2021 41,525 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2020 41,241 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 40,462 miles

battery clamp in-op

Pass 16 May 2018 39,751 miles

clamp missing from battery however secure on vehicle

Pass 19 May 2017 39,035 miles
Fail 19 May 2017 39,035 miles

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

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

Pass 24 May 2016 38,123 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2015 37,325 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2015 37,325 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 56,747 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jun 2013 35,717 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 54,870 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 33,562 miles
Fail 12 May 2011 33,562 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 May 2010 31,395 miles

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

REAR TYRES STARTING TO PERISH

Pass 16 Apr 2009 29,773 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Apr 2008 28,390 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 May 2007 27,283 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 24,876 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing (2.6.1)

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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W2 OAM is a 2001 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 W2 OAM, 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 W2 OAM registered?

W2 OAM is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 10 April 2001.

Is W2 OAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for W2 OAM shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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