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X126 OBA

2001 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

76,427 mi
Last recorded76,427 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2016
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX126 OBA
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2016 76,427 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 72,412 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 68,164 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2013 63,469 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2012 59,226 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2012 59,213 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2011 54,499 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Fail 12 Dec 2011 54,495 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Tailgate cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 13 Dec 2010 49,528 miles

high level brake light not working

offside and nearside rear tyres outer walls slightly cracking

Fail 13 Dec 2010 49,525 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

high level brake light not working

offside and nearside rear tyres outer walls slightly cracking

Pass 14 Dec 2009 45,974 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

centre stop lamp not working

offside and nearside rear tyres cracking

Pass 10 Dec 2008 41,546 miles

cut in offside front tyre inner wall,not exposing cords

offside and nearside rear tyre inner walls cracking

Fail 10 Dec 2008 41,546 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

cut in offside front tyre inner wall,not exposing cords

offside and nearside rear tyre inner walls cracking

Pass 4 Dec 2007 39,346 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 34,343 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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X126 OBA is a 2001 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 X126 OBA, 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

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What year was X126 OBA registered?

X126 OBA is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 7 February 2001.

Is X126 OBA safe to buy?

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