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X529 AFG

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2019
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

91,519 mi
Last recorded91,519 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2018
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX529 AFG
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2018 91,519 miles

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

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

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

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

battery loose

Fail 20 Apr 2018 91,519 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

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

battery loose

Pass 12 Apr 2017 82,545 miles

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

Nearside Front track rod end has slight play in ball joint

Offside Front constant velocity gaiter deterioated

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

battery slightly insecure

brake fluid slightly low

wipers smearing

Pass 11 Apr 2016 73,982 miles

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

oil leak

Fail 9 Apr 2016 73,980 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

oil leak

Fail 29 Jan 2016 73,349 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

coolant leaks

oil leaks

under shields fitted

Fail 30 Mar 2015 68,266 miles

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Mar 2015 68,266 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Feb 2014 59,733 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2014 59,733 miles

Nearside Rear All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 11 Feb 2013 55,227 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 45,993 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 31,885 miles

front wiper blades starting to split

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

Pass 15 Jan 2010 25,880 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 20,857 miles

n/s/f tyre worn very low on edges

o/s/r tyre tread perished on outer edge

Fail 12 Nov 2008 20,857 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

n/s/f tyre worn very low on edges

o/s/r tyre tread perished on outer edge

Pass 23 Nov 2007 16,367 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 11,017 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2006 11,017 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 24 Nov 2005 6,501 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Nov 2005 6,501 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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X529 AFG is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 X529 AFG, 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 X529 AFG registered?

X529 AFG is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 14 February 2001.

Is X529 AFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for X529 AFG shows 21 tests with a 61.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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