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X696 XFG

2001 Renault Megane

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

111,949 mi
Last recorded111,949 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2017
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX696 XFG
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2017 111,949 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Jun 2017 111,949 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2016 102,281 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 93,676 miles

near side rear wheel slightly out of shape

slight noise near side rear wheelbearing

Fail 17 Jun 2015 93,676 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

near side rear wheel slightly out of shape

slight noise near side rear wheelbearing

Pass 30 Jun 2014 86,176 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 3 Aug 2013 82,042 miles

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

gearbox oil leak

Pass 18 Jul 2012 75,538 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2011 70,925 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

front number plate discolouring

n/s outer c/v gaiter pinholed / perished

o/s/f tyre on 1.8mm on outer edge

Pass 21 Jul 2011 70,925 miles

front number plate discolouring

n/s outer c/v gaiter pinholed / perished

o/s/f tyre on 1.8mm on outer edge

Pass 22 Jul 2010 65,226 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 59,392 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 54,346 miles

front pads low approx 3000 miles left

n/s outer c/v gaiter cracked and pinholed

Pass 23 Jul 2007 49,700 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2007 49,700 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2006 45,395 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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X696 XFG is a 2001 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 X696 XFG, 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 X696 XFG registered?

X696 XFG is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 19 January 2001.

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