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WG51 ECV

2001 Renault Megane

Yellow Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2024
Tests28 (18 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

76,577 mi
Last recorded76,577 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2023
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG51 ECV
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 10 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2023 76,577 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

rear brace bar missing

Pass 1 Feb 2022 72,110 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2022 72,110 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 19 Jan 2021 67,535 miles

front brake pads getting low

Fail 19 Jan 2021 67,535 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

front brake pads getting low

Pass 24 Jan 2020 62,663 miles

both front tyres wearing on outer edges

rear brace bar missing

Fail 20 Jan 2020 62,586 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

both front tyres wearing on outer edges

rear brace bar missing

Pass 7 Nov 2018 55,377 miles

hazard switch a bit sticky

n/s/r tyre on legal limit

rear brace bar corroded

screw in n/s/r tyre

Fail 7 Nov 2018 55,377 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

hazard switch a bit sticky

n/s/r tyre on legal limit

rear brace bar corroded

screw in n/s/r tyre

Pass 13 Nov 2017 49,039 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2017 49,039 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 Oct 2016 47,778 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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 9 Oct 2015 46,926 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 45,308 miles

front brake discs corroded on inner tracks

Fail 14 Oct 2013 42,686 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2013 42,686 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 40,227 miles

rear number plate loose

Fail 3 Oct 2012 40,227 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear number plate loose

Pass 13 Oct 2011 35,958 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2011 35,958 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Oct 2010 32,006 miles

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

nsr wheel bearing slightly rough

Fail 11 Oct 2010 32,006 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

nsr wheel bearing slightly rough

Pass 15 Oct 2009 27,847 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 22,265 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2007 18,004 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2007 18,003 miles

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

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 28 Oct 2006 13,206 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2005 11,766 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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WG51 ECV is a 2001 Renault Megane in Yellow with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 WG51 ECV, 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 WG51 ECV registered?

WG51 ECV is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 30 November 2001.

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