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X851 BHT

2001 Renault Megane

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2021
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

151,543 mi
Last recorded151,543 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2020
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX851 BHT
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2020 151,543 miles

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner edge of disc (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 30 Sep 2019 148,869 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Sep 2018 145,029 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 140,769 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2017 140,769 miles

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

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

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Sep 2016 139,084 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion lateral support bar corroded (6.1.B.2)

Pass 4 Sep 2015 129,874 miles

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

Rear Tie bar/rod corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

n\s and o\s front drive shafts

Fail 4 Sep 2015 129,858 miles

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

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

Rear Tie bar/rod corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

n\s and o\s front drive shafts

Pass 30 Aug 2014 118,585 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2014 118,582 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)

Pass 9 Sep 2013 107,962 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 102,241 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2011 92,185 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2010 82,642 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2009 71,806 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2008 62,908 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2007 58,969 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2006 54,017 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2005 46,558 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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X851 BHT is a 2001 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 X851 BHT, 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 X851 BHT registered?

X851 BHT is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 5 January 2001.

Is X851 BHT safe to buy?

The MOT history for X851 BHT shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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