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X574 GFJ

2001 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

48,048 mi
Last recorded48,048 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2016
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX574 GFJ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2016 48,048 miles

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

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

Offside Rear door does not open from outside

both headlamp beam images slightly vauge

Fail 22 Jan 2016 48,045 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Offside Rear door does not open from outside

both headlamp beam images slightly vauge

rear wiper blade broken

Pass 1 Sep 2014 42,555 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 36,993 miles

boot release broken

Pass 10 Jun 2011 36,713 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

front brake discs rusty

Fail 14 Jun 2010 36,007 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 14 Jun 2010 36,007 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 9 Jun 2009 35,106 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 33,825 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2008 33,823 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 6 Jun 2007 32,848 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 30,697 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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X574 GFJ is a 2001 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 X574 GFJ, 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 X574 GFJ registered?

X574 GFJ is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 30 January 2001.

Is X574 GFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for X574 GFJ shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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