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X161 KNV

2001 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2021
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

111,311 mi
Last recorded111,311 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2020
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX161 KNV
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2020 111,311 miles

Front brake discs lipped

all tyres perished on sidewalls

Pass 4 Mar 2019 104,785 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2019 104,785 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2018 100,438 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 96,892 miles

Nearside Rear Child seat fitted not allowing inspection of seat belt

Offside Front Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre slightly perished

Fail 25 Mar 2017 96,892 miles

Nearside Rear Child seat fitted not allowing inspection of seat belt

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

Offside Front Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre slightly perished

Pass 18 Mar 2016 94,019 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2016 93,949 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing is noisy.

Pass 21 Mar 2015 89,404 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

O/S/R tyre cracked and perished.

Pass 22 Mar 2014 84,355 miles

Both front tyres BADLY worn on inside edge.

N/S/F tyre worn close to the wear bars(185/60R15).

O/S outer rear position lamp not working.

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under floor brace bar corroded.

Pass 11 Mar 2013 77,101 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Fail 9 Mar 2013 77,101 miles

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 24 Mar 2012 70,585 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2012 70,585 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2011 63,514 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 56,924 miles

Nearside front tyre wearing on outer edge

Offside front tyre wearing on both edges

Pass 23 Mar 2009 49,830 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2008 41,674 miles

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

o/s/r tyre worn

Pass 15 Mar 2007 33,955 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 26,143 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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X161 KNV is a 2001 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 X161 KNV, 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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X161 KNV is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 12 January 2001.

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