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X861 CHT

2001 Renault Megane

Red Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2014
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

140,907 mi
Last recorded140,907 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2013
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX861 CHT
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2013 140,907 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Pass 28 Nov 2012 137,742 miles

O/S/F BRAKE DISC PITTED

Pass 15 Nov 2011 131,344 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2011 131,344 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 17 Nov 2010 124,593 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2010 124,504 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Nov 2009 116,859 miles

POWER STEERING PIPE STARTING TO LEAK

Pass 14 Nov 2008 109,164 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2008 109,164 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Rear Torque/reaction arm seriously weakened by corrosion (2.4.G.1)

Pass 15 Nov 2007 103,229 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2006 98,625 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2005 93,127 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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X861 CHT is a 2001 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 X861 CHT, 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 X861 CHT registered?

X861 CHT is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 19 January 2001.

Is X861 CHT safe to buy?

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