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X218 GJM

2001 Renault Megane

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2013
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

112,620 mi
Last recorded112,620 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2012
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX218 GJM
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Fail 25 Oct 2012 112,620 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

airbag light stays on

Pass 25 Oct 2012 112,620 miles

airbag light stays on

Pass 19 Sep 2011 105,767 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 19 Sep 2011 105,767 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Sep 2010 101,279 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2009 97,754 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 25 Sep 2009 97,754 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 94,176 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2008 94,176 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 5 Sep 2007 90,399 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2007 90,350 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Dec 2006 75,354 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2006 75,354 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2005 77,272 miles

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

front brake pads wearing low

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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X218 GJM is a 2001 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 X218 GJM, 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 X218 GJM registered?

X218 GJM is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 16 January 2001.

Is X218 GJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for X218 GJM shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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