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X86 NPO

2001 Renault Megane

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2023
Tests28 (18 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

100,823 mi
Last recorded100,823 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2022
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX86 NPO
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 10 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2022 100,823 miles

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

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s/n/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s/n/s (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Service brake has just met the requirement (51%)

Fail 25 Aug 2022 100,817 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s/n/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s/n/s (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Service brake has just met the requirement (51%)

Pass 10 Aug 2021 83,280 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2021 83,280 miles

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt off/side fronts (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm off/side fronts (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Jul 2020 81,977 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2020 81,977 miles

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt n/side front outer (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 19 Jul 2019 80,787 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2019 80,787 miles

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt n/side front (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure off/side rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Aug 2018 749,428 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2018 749,428 miles

Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2017 77,835 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 76,132 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s front (3.5.1g)

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

Fail 21 Jul 2016 76,132 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm oft/side front (4.1.E.1)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s front (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 20 Jul 2015 74,437 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 72,836 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 71,066 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2013 71,066 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 13 Aug 2012 69,522 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2012 69,522 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Aug 2011 67,378 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2011 67,378 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 29 Jul 2010 65,004 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 63,006 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 60,912 miles

nearside headlight insecure

Pass 13 Jun 2007 58,302 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2007 58,302 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 23 Jan 2007 56,084 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2006 45,851 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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X86 NPO is a 2001 Renault Megane in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 X86 NPO, 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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X86 NPO is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 24 January 2001.

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