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X853 FGT

2001 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

66,604 mi
Last recorded66,604 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2022
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX853 FGT
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2022 66,604 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 65,345 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 64,288 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 63,593 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2019 63,593 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Feb 2018 62,649 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 61,362 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 59,593 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 57,598 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 55,004 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2014 55,003 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 1 Mar 2013 52,453 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2012 49,292 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2012 49,292 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Feb 2011 45,327 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2010 41,734 miles

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 5 Feb 2009 38,378 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 35,426 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2007 32,139 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2006 27,818 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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X853 FGT is a 2001 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 X853 FGT, 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 X853 FGT registered?

X853 FGT is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 12 February 2001.

Is X853 FGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for X853 FGT shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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