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X838 DEF

2001 Renault Megane

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2012
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi
4 checks still locked for this Renault
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX838 DEF
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 17 Nov 2011
Pass 17 Jan 2011 94,087 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 88,160 miles

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

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

centre brake light not working

Pass 21 Jan 2009 79,735 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 68,309 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 29 Jan 2007 59,687 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2006 49,083 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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X838 DEF is a 2001 Renault Megane in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 X838 DEF, 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 X838 DEF?

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What year was X838 DEF registered?

X838 DEF is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 31 January 2001.

Is X838 DEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for X838 DEF shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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