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X281 KBP

2001 Renault Megane

Green Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2011
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

94,232 mi
Last recorded94,232 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2010
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX281 KBP
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Fail 3 Dec 2010 94,232 miles

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 3 Dec 2010 94,232 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 86,945 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2008 79,968 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 72,034 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2007 72,034 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 13 Dec 2006 64,383 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2005 56,290 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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X281 KBP is a 2001 Renault Megane in Green with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 X281 KBP, 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 X281 KBP registered?

X281 KBP is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 8 January 2001.

Is X281 KBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for X281 KBP shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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