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X867 GAT

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

106,198 mi
Last recorded106,198 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2012
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX867 GAT
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2012 106,198 miles

front brake discs slightly rusty

vision poor through rear window as deteriorated plastic

Pass 23 Aug 2011 99,474 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Outer Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 8 May 2010 99,459 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 8 May 2010 99,459 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 8 Nov 2008 97,956 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 22 Nov 2007 92,370 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 22 Nov 2007 92,370 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 86,557 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2006 86,557 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 17 Nov 2005 80,630 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2005 80,630 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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X867 GAT is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 X867 GAT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X867 GAT registered?

X867 GAT is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 9 February 2001.

Is X867 GAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for X867 GAT shows 11 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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