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X521 UVW

2001 Renault Megane

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

67,595 mi
Last recorded67,595 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2017
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX521 UVW
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2017 67,595 miles

Coolant leak ()

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

child seat fitted to drivers rear not alling to fully inspect seat belt

rear stabiliser beam corroded but not excessive

undertrays fitted obscuring some underbody components from full inspection

Fail 13 Jun 2017 67,595 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 brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Coolant leak ()

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

child seat fitted to drivers rear not alling to fully inspect seat belt

rear stabiliser beam corroded but not excessive

undertrays fitted obscuring some underbody components from full inspection

Pass 3 Jun 2016 66,470 miles

corrossion on both rear shock absorber top mountings

n/s rear tyre wearing on outer edge

Fail 2 Jun 2016 66,468 miles

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

passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle n/s rear (6.2.B.1c)

corrossion on both rear shock absorber top mountings

n/s rear tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 8 Jun 2015 65,232 miles

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

corrossion on rear latteral bar

Fail 8 Jun 2015 65,231 miles

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

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

corrossion on rear latteral bar

Pass 12 Jun 2014 63,264 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 63,194 miles

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

nearside front outer cv boot leaking small amount of grease

Fail 16 Oct 2013 63,186 miles

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

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

nearside front outer cv boot leaking small amount of grease

Pass 16 Oct 2012 62,028 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 60,670 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 27 Oct 2011 60,667 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 11 Nov 2010 58,731 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 16 Oct 2009 54,327 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2009 54,327 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2008 48,073 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 40,577 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 34,862 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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X521 UVW is a 2001 Renault Megane in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 X521 UVW, 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 X521 UVW registered?

X521 UVW is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 16 February 2001.

Is X521 UVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for X521 UVW shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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