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X742 DDM

2001 Renault Megane

Yellow Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2012
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

126,077 mi
Last recorded126,077 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2011
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX742 DDM
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2011 126,077 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2011 126,074 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2010 119,407 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 112,703 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2009 112,703 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 30 Apr 2008 101,037 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2008 101,035 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Offside Front Front drive shaft coupling is insecure (2.5.C.1c)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Apr 2007 81,534 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2007 81,530 miles

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Apr 2006 63,474 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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X742 DDM is a 2001 Renault Megane in Yellow with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 X742 DDM, 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 X742 DDM registered?

X742 DDM is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 17 January 2001.

Is X742 DDM safe to buy?

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