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X356 KBP

2001 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2015
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

181,917 mi
Last recorded181,917 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2014
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX356 KBP
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2014 181,917 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 170,935 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2013 170,752 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

engine managment light

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 30 Oct 2012 161,516 miles

play in steering rack joints

rear brake application borderline

signs of oil around nearside rack gaiter

Fail 30 Oct 2012 161,516 miles

Nearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c) DANGEROUS

play in steering rack joints

rear brake application borderline

signs of oil around nearside rack gaiter

Pass 30 Oct 2012 161,516 miles

play in steering rack joints

rear brake application borderline

signs of oil around nearside steering rack gaiter

Pass 19 Oct 2011 147,203 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 18 Oct 2011 147,203 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 27 Oct 2010 132,889 miles

washers poor

Pass 7 Oct 2009 116,852 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 78,748 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 85,602 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 68,813 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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X356 KBP is a 2001 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 X356 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 X356 KBP registered?

X356 KBP is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 9 January 2001.

Is X356 KBP safe to buy?

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