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X402 BGX

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

65,757 mi
Last recorded65,757 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2016
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX402 BGX
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2016 65,757 miles

Offside Front tyre perished

Fail 19 Jan 2016 65,755 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front tyre perished

Pass 11 Feb 2015 61,398 miles

Gearbox mounting defective

Pass 13 Feb 2014 56,307 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 53,132 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2013 53,132 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 15 Jun 2012 49,169 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 46,656 miles
Fail 9 May 2011 46,656 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Apr 2010 44,283 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 40,713 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2009 40,713 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 1 Mar 2008 38,587 miles

both front dics corroding & pitting

Fail 1 Mar 2008 38,582 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 Feb 2007 34,584 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2006 30,749 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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X402 BGX is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 X402 BGX, 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 X402 BGX registered?

X402 BGX is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 10 January 2001.

Is X402 BGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for X402 BGX shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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