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X854 FGT

2001 Renault Megane

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2019
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

63,218 mi
Last recorded63,218 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2018
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX854 FGT
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2018 63,218 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2017 62,377 miles

both number plates could do with replacing

Fail 14 Nov 2017 62,375 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

both number plates could do with replacing

Pass 28 Nov 2016 61,244 miles

Both rear tyres worn, also perished and cracking badly on sidewalls, advise replacement

Offside and nearside front brakes binding, advise replacement/service

Pass 6 Oct 2015 59,550 miles

Nearside rear tyre sidewall perished

Offside and nearside front brakes binding

Fail 26 Aug 2014 58,441 miles

Front and rtear number plates need spacing checked, recommend number plates are replaced

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

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

Pass 26 Aug 2014 58,441 miles

Front and rtear number plates need spacing checked, recommend number plates are replaced

Fail 4 Jul 2013 57,255 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

wear to both front tyres and offside rear

Pass 4 Jul 2013 57,255 miles

wear to both front tyres and offside rear

Pass 24 Jul 2012 54,331 miles

both front wipers slightly deteriorated

nearside front sidelight dim

Fail 24 Jul 2012 54,330 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

both front wipers slightly deteriorated

nearside front sidelight dim

Pass 26 Jul 2011 50,864 miles

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)

Fail 26 Jul 2011 50,864 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Jul 2010 47,151 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

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)

slight bind offside front brake

Pass 20 Jul 2009 408,908 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 37,408 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2008 37,407 miles

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Inner Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 4 Feb 2008 35,712 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2008 35,123 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 22 Jan 2007 30,674 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

offside front inner brake pad has reduced contact on brake disc

Pass 22 Jan 2007 30,674 miles

offside front inner brake pad has reduced contact on brake disc

Pass 21 Dec 2005 25,428 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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X854 FGT is a 2001 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 X854 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 X854 FGT registered?

X854 FGT is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 6 January 2001.

Is X854 FGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for X854 FGT shows 22 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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