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X557 KBP

2001 Renault Megane

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2016
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

96,932 mi
Last recorded96,932 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2015
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX557 KBP
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2015 96,932 miles

Nearside Front engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement gear box (6.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 13 Nov 2014 89,296 miles

exhaust clamp before CAT

Fail 7 Nov 2014 89,248 miles

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

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

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

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

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

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

exhaust clamp before CAT

Pass 23 Oct 2013 83,687 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 29 Oct 2012 70,666 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 64,190 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2010 52,644 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 41,228 miles

n/s front abs ring split

Pass 12 Jan 2009 39,403 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2009 39,396 miles

Trailing arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 21 Jan 2008 37,131 miles

cross rear body bar rusty

Pass 26 Jan 2007 34,870 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2006 32,319 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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X557 KBP is a 2001 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 X557 KBP, 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 X557 KBP registered?

X557 KBP is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 2 February 2001.

Is X557 KBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for X557 KBP shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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