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X511 TGE

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

104,883 mi
Last recorded104,883 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2013
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX511 TGE
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2013 104,883 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 13 Sep 2013 104,883 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 27 Sep 2012 98,893 miles

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 27 Sep 2012 98,893 miles

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

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 2 Jun 2011 89,662 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2010 83,899 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2009 77,189 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

inner wing linings insecure

Fail 7 Jan 2009 77,188 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

inner wing linings insecure

n/s front ball joint bolt incorrect and spaced with washer

Pass 14 Oct 2008 76,408 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2007 70,415 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 66,981 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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X511 TGE is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 X511 TGE, 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 X511 TGE registered?

X511 TGE is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 25 January 2001.

Is X511 TGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for X511 TGE shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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