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X338 OVW

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

89,505 mi
Last recorded89,505 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2013
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX338 OVW
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2013 89,505 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2011 84,005 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 12 Oct 2011 84,005 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 4 Oct 2010 78,623 miles

n.s.f wiper split - clears screen effectively at time of testing

n.sf tyre inner tread starting peel

Pass 2 Oct 2009 73,979 miles

Unable to disquish noise when spining up n.s.f and o.s.f wheels ,doesnt feel like bearing noise

Fail 2 Oct 2009 73,979 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Unable to disquish noise when spining up n.s.f and o.s.f wheels ,doesnt feel like bearing noise

Pass 29 Aug 2008 65,626 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 53,071 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2006 52,091 miles

Front Tyres 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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X338 OVW is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 X338 OVW, 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 X338 OVW registered?

X338 OVW is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 22 January 2001.

Is X338 OVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for X338 OVW shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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