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X733 GMO

2001 Renault Megane

Bronze Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2016
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

117,415 mi
Last recorded117,415 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2015
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX733 GMO
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourBronze
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2015 117,415 miles

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

rear brake discs VERY rusty

Pass 16 Aug 2014 111,886 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2014 111,882 miles

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 9 Aug 2013 108,053 miles

offside rear tyre sidewall damage

Fail 7 Aug 2013 108,011 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

offside rear tyre sidewall damage

Pass 22 Aug 2012 103,336 miles

offside front drive shaft gaiter clip deteriated

Pass 22 Aug 2011 100,831 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Aug 2010 98,272 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2010 98,253 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 26 Aug 2009 95,450 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 91,650 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 29 Aug 2007 88,318 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2007 88,318 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Inner Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

slight wear in o/s of rack

Pass 24 Aug 2006 84,341 miles

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

very slight wear in steering rack offside †

Pass 19 Aug 2005 80,260 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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X733 GMO is a 2001 Renault Megane in Bronze with a 1,870cc diesel 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 X733 GMO, 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 X733 GMO registered?

X733 GMO is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 8 February 2001.

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