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X48 DLK

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2017
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

75,936 mi
Last recorded75,936 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2016
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX48 DLK
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2016 75,936 miles

exhaust corroded

Fail 14 Sep 2016 75,936 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

exhaust corroded

Pass 16 Sep 2015 73,288 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 70,532 miles

strong advise off side front tyre wearing on edges

Fail 15 Sep 2014 70,532 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

strong advise off side front tyre wearing on edges

Pass 17 Sep 2013 65,354 miles

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

both front tyres wearing on edges

wipers poor

Pass 25 Sep 2012 63,681 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2012 63,681 miles

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

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

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

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

Pass 23 Sep 2011 59,846 miles

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

play in near side steering arm

Fail 22 Sep 2010 55,696 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 22 Sep 2010 55,696 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Sep 2009 51,562 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 48,264 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2008 48,264 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 18 Feb 2008 44,388 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 39,835 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2006 32,724 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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X48 DLK is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 X48 DLK, 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 X48 DLK registered?

X48 DLK is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 23 February 2001.

Is X48 DLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for X48 DLK shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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