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WF51 FGC

2001 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

144,987 mi
Last recorded144,987 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2016
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF51 FGC
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2016 144,987 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 10 Nov 2015 135,749 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 126,407 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Intermitant fault on hazard light switch

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

Offside rear wheel bearing slight noisy when rotated

Pass 19 Nov 2013 118,895 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2013 118,880 miles

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

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 20 Sep 2012 107,619 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2012 107,619 miles

Nearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Sep 2011 100,336 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 91,827 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2010 91,824 miles

Offside Rear passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

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

Pass 22 Sep 2009 84,174 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 75,615 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2008 75,615 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 1 Oct 2007 65,896 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2007 65,742 miles

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 26 Sep 2006 56,327 miles

both wipers split

washers weak nsf

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 FGC is a 2001 Renault Megane in Red 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 WF51 FGC, 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 FGC registered?

WF51 FGC is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 22 December 2001.

Is WF51 FGC safe to buy?

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