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WF51 DWL

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2019
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

61,008 mi
Last recorded61,008 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2018
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF51 DWL
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2018 61,008 miles

Offside Rear tyre heavily cracked, however not exposing ply or cord

Rear non structural cross member corroded/missing

Fail 5 Apr 2018 61,007 miles

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

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage wing (6.1.C.1)

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear tyre heavily cracked, however not exposing ply or cord

Rear non structural cross member corroded/missing

Pass 14 Mar 2017 60,278 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tread 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tread 2mm and perishing (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Mar 2016 59,697 miles

Both front CV boots showing signs of grease

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Non structural rear crossmember rusty

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm & Worn outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre cracking

Fail 7 Mar 2016 59,697 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

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

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

Both front CV boots showing signs of grease

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Non structural rear crossmember rusty

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm & Worn outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre cracking

Pass 13 Mar 2015 58,305 miles

N/S/F tyre worn on inner edge

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

O/S/F tyre worn on inner edge

O/S/R tyre heavily cracked, but not exposing ply or cord

Pass 6 Mar 2014 57,277 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 56,134 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2013 56,134 miles

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

n/s/r tyre is perished in centre tread

Pass 16 Mar 2012 54,211 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2011 52,235 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2011 52,235 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 49,962 miles

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

Fail 19 Mar 2010 49,962 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2009 46,940 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

nearside front wiper blade deteriorating

Pass 17 Mar 2008 41,955 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 33,256 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2006 29,956 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Mar 2006 29,956 miles

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

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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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WF51 DWL is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WF51 DWL, 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 WF51 DWL registered?

WF51 DWL is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 26 September 2001.

Is WF51 DWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for WF51 DWL shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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