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X298 EMW

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2020
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

97,288 mi
Last recorded97,288 miles
Recorded on3 May 2019
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX298 EMW
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 May 2019 97,288 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jun 2017 86,257 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 79,636 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 74,636 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 68,803 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 62,623 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2012 57,782 miles

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 29 Jun 2012 57,782 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2011 52,789 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2011 52,711 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 23 Jun 2010 48,665 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2010 48,665 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Jun 2009 44,931 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 38,983 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2008 38,983 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 25 Jun 2007 32,994 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 26,352 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2006 26,352 miles

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

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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X298 EMW is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 X298 EMW, 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 X298 EMW registered?

X298 EMW is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 16 January 2001.

Is X298 EMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for X298 EMW shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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