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X542 ERC

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

61,612 mi
Last recorded61,612 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2017
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX542 ERC
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2017 61,612 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 55,821 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 11 Mar 2014 52,222 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 49,815 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 47,266 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2012 47,140 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2011 43,637 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 40,691 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2009 37,115 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2009 37,102 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 6 Mar 2008 34,147 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Feb 2007 29,918 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2007 29,916 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 1 Mar 2006 25,337 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 1 Mar 2006 25,337 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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X542 ERC is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 X542 ERC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X542 ERC registered?

X542 ERC is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 19 January 2001.

Is X542 ERC safe to buy?

The MOT history for X542 ERC shows 15 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.

Does X542 ERC have outstanding finance?

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