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WF51 XDS

2001 Renault Megane

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2023
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

149,864 mi
Last recorded149,864 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2022
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF51 XDS
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2022 149,864 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2022 149,864 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/60x15 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Nov 2021 149,404 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 148,561 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2020 148,561 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Gearbox mounting defective ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Apr 2019 139,417 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2019 139,417 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Mar 2018 131,226 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 121,605 miles

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

Fail 20 Mar 2017 121,603 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Pass 18 Mar 2016 110,966 miles

Nearside Rear brake noisy recommend inspection

Pass 21 Mar 2015 100,616 miles

Coolant leak

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2014 91,233 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2014 91,233 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 18 Mar 2013 82,445 miles

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

Gearbox mounting defective

n/s/f tyre worn outer edge

Pass 20 Mar 2012 73,508 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2012 73,508 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Slight Bind on nearside front wheel

Pass 21 Mar 2011 64,544 miles

front discs poor cond

front pads low

Pass 20 Mar 2010 57,339 miles

Front brake discs corroded on inner surfaces

Fail 20 Mar 2010 57,339 miles

Front brake discs corroded on inner surfaces

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

Pass 23 Mar 2009 49,723 miles

off side front outer c/v gaiter leaking.

Fail 23 Mar 2009 49,721 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

off side front outer c/v gaiter leaking.

Pass 14 Nov 2008 48,262 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2007 40,120 miles

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

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

rear suspension brace corroded

Pass 7 Nov 2006 32,849 miles

both rear axle bushes perished slightly

rear axle stabiliser bar starting to show signs of corrosion

Pass 1 Nov 2005 25,259 miles

Nearside and offside front brake discs worn and lightly corroded on inner faces

slight front brake imbalance 9%

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 XDS is a 2001 Renault Megane in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 XDS, 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 XDS registered?

WF51 XDS is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 15 November 2001.

Is WF51 XDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for WF51 XDS shows 26 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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