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X453 KOL

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2021
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

87,947 mi
Last recorded87,947 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2020
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX453 KOL
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2020 87,947 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2020 87,947 miles

Offside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 15 Nov 2019 76,542 miles

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

Fail 5 Nov 2019 76,536 miles

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged (1.6 (e))

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged (1.6 (e))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 16 Oct 2018 71,617 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2017 66,047 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 62,325 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 59,383 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 56,679 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 24 Oct 2013 52,940 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 Nov 2012 48,734 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 44,284 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 40,011 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 35,979 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 31,756 miles

n/s/f tyre perishing in tread

Pass 6 Nov 2007 27,192 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2007 27,161 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2006 23,347 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

o/s n/s rear tyres perished side walls

Pass 9 Nov 2005 18,185 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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X453 KOL is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 X453 KOL, 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 X453 KOL registered?

X453 KOL is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 20 February 2001.

Is X453 KOL safe to buy?

The MOT history for X453 KOL shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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