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X689 BKU

2001 Renault Megane

Green Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2016
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

60,813 mi
Last recorded60,813 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2015
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX689 BKU
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2015 60,813 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2015 60,799 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Dec 2014 60,611 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 60,286 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 59,972 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2011 59,327 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2010 58,769 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2010 58,769 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 23 Sep 2009 58,132 miles

tyre walls cracking

Pass 11 Sep 2008 57,300 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2008 57,300 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Jun 2007 54,500 miles

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

nearside front tyre worn outer edge

Pass 22 Jan 2007 52,041 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2007 52,041 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 24 Jan 2006 40,625 miles

Brake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

offside rear tyre inner and outter side walls in poor condition ( cracking)

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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X689 BKU is a 2001 Renault Megane in Green with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 X689 BKU, 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 X689 BKU registered?

X689 BKU is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 26 January 2001.

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