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WF51 DWM

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2016
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

113,160 mi
Last recorded113,160 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2015
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF51 DWM
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2015 113,160 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides outer (2.4.G.2)

Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)

Rear wiper blade split

Fail 28 Sep 2015 113,160 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides outer (2.4.G.2)

Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)

Rear wiper blade split

Registration plate lamp not working both sides (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 12 Jun 2014 108,661 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine smokes under load

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Front brake pads 50/60% worn

Oil level low 1.5 liters added

Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear wiper blade split

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 30 May 2013 103,312 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine smoking heavily

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Front brake pads 50/60% worn

Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear wiper split

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 23 May 2013 103,177 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Coolant level low

Engine smoking heavily

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Front brake pads 50/60% worn

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil level low

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear wiper split

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 13 Jun 2012 100,383 miles

Offside front arch liner damaged and loose

Outer Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear wiper blade split

Fail 13 Jun 2012 100,382 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Offside front arch liner damaged and loose

Outer Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear wiper blade split

Pass 16 Jun 2011 96,937 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Fail 15 Jun 2011 96,908 miles

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

Nearside Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 14 Jun 2010 86,759 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 78,326 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2008 68,139 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Jun 2008 68,139 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 55,632 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2006 4,422 miles

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 23 Jun 2006 44,422 miles

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

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 DWM is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 DWM, 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 DWM registered?

WF51 DWM is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 12 September 2001.

Is WF51 DWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for WF51 DWM shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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