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X575 OCT

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2018
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

90,361 mi
Last recorded90,361 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2017
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX575 OCT
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2017 90,361 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 90,354 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2015 87,143 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 13 Jul 2015 87,143 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 80,851 miles

Exhaust corroding

Fail 9 Jul 2014 80,851 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Exhaust corroding

Pass 15 Oct 2013 73,018 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 65,179 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 63,521 miles

o/s/f fog light lens broken

rear lateral bar corroded

Fail 12 Nov 2011 63,431 miles

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

o/s/f fog light lens broken

rear lateral bar corroded

Pass 26 Oct 2010 58,879 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2010 58,879 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Nov 2009 55,381 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 28 Oct 2008 52,261 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 15 Oct 2007 45,828 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2007 45,826 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

corrosion on both front brake discs

imballance front brakes

wiper worn nsf

Pass 27 Oct 2006 39,951 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 24 Oct 2005 33,918 miles

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

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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X575 OCT is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 X575 OCT, 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 X575 OCT registered?

X575 OCT is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 1 January 2001.

Is X575 OCT safe to buy?

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