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X853 GKL

2001 Renault Megane

Green Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

118,909 mi
Last recorded118,909 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2015
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX853 GKL
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2015 118,909 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 4 Dec 2013 115,649 miles

Oil leak

Fail 4 Dec 2013 115,649 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 15 Nov 2012 112,733 miles

Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 24 Nov 2011 110,431 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2011 110,431 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 9 Dec 2010 108,323 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2009 105,697 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2009 105,656 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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)

both front tyres wearing inner edges,suggest tracking to stop wear

Pass 9 Dec 2008 100,495 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 90,630 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

Pass 4 Dec 2006 76,925 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

advice both rear tyres worn on inner edges

Fail 7 Dec 2005 63,865 miles

Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 7 Dec 2005 63,865 miles

Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

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 GKL is a 2001 Renault Megane in Green with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 GKL, 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 GKL registered?

X853 GKL is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 2 January 2001.

Is X853 GKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for X853 GKL shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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