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WF51 GXE

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests26 (22 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

33,199 mi
Last recorded33,199 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

22 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 33,199 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2025 32,073 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 30,854 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2023 29,924 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 29,052 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 28,455 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 28,020 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jul 2019 27,202 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 26,670 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 26,196 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 25,465 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2016 25,465 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

rear brake application uneven n/s/r slow (3.7.B.2)

Pass 9 Jul 2015 24,580 miles

nsr tyre cracking

osr tyre cracking

rear axle vibration damper bar rusted through

Pass 7 Aug 2014 23,862 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 23,043 miles

both wiper blades split

Fail 2 Aug 2013 23,043 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

both wiper blades split

Pass 17 Jul 2012 21,635 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 19,044 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 17,844 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 16,960 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2008 15,811 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Sep 2008 15,811 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2007 14,470 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2007 14,470 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 11,531 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2005 9,392 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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WF51 GXE is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 GXE, 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

How do I check the history of WF51 GXE?

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What year was WF51 GXE registered?

WF51 GXE is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 20 September 2001.

Is WF51 GXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for WF51 GXE shows 26 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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