CarVerify

Free Car Check

X833 WHC

2001 Renault Megane

White Petrol 1598cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

159,134 mi
Last recorded159,134 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2017
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Renault
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £12.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationX833 WHC
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2017 159,134 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 153,348 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2016 153,348 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Fail 26 Jan 2015 144,742 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

number plates poor

rear and osf tyres worn on edges

strong advise front brakes imbalance

Pass 26 Jan 2015 144,742 miles

number plates poor

rear and osf tyres worn on edges

strong advise front brakes imbalance

Pass 7 Feb 2014 138,102 miles

front and rear number plates just passing at time of test

slight front brake imbalance detected when in brake rollers

strong advise nsr sidelights slightly affected when the ns indicator is operated

Fail 1 Feb 2014 138,023 miles

Fuel pipe insecure (7.2.1)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front and rear number plates just passing at time of test

slight front brake imbalance detected when in brake rollers

strong advise nsr sidelights slightly affected when the ns indicator is operated

very strong advise osf tyre bald on edges and has cuts in the inner sidewall.requires new tyre only just passable

Pass 7 Feb 2013 130,383 miles

Gearbox mounting defective

Pass 31 Jan 2012 122,439 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2012 122,439 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 Jan 2011 113,320 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2010 102,380 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 94,538 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2008 94,534 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 19 Dec 2007 87,606 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2007 74,471 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
Full Renault Megane reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

X833 WHC is a 2001 Renault Megane in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 X833 WHC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of X833 WHC?

You can check the full history of X833 WHC by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was X833 WHC registered?

X833 WHC is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 15 February 2001.

Is X833 WHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for X833 WHC shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does X833 WHC have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on X833 WHC. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.