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X162 CGX

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

62,411 mi
Last recorded62,411 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2017
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX162 CGX
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2017 62,411 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 58,666 miles

engine covers and under shields fitted

Fail 16 Feb 2016 58,666 miles

Nearside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

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)

engine covers and under shields fitted

Fail 29 Jan 2015 55,037 miles

Nearside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres are perished

damage to n/s/r foglight lens

Pass 29 Jan 2015 55,037 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres are perished

damage to n/s/r foglight lens

Pass 30 Jan 2014 51,271 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2013 47,485 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2012 44,665 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 5 Feb 2011 42,326 miles

front registration plate slightly damaged.

Fail 1 Feb 2011 42,281 miles

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a) DANGEROUS

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)

both rear shock absorbers are corroded.

front registration plate slightly damaged.

Pass 4 Feb 2010 40,447 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2009 38,924 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2009 38,924 miles

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 31 Jan 2008 37,467 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 31 Jan 2008 37,467 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 36,026 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2006 30,813 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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X162 CGX is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 X162 CGX, 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 X162 CGX registered?

X162 CGX is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 10 January 2001.

Is X162 CGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for X162 CGX shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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