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X871 OCW

2001 Renault Megane

Green Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

103,770 mi
Last recorded103,770 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2012
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX871 OCW
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2012 103,770 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

discs corroded

exhaust corroded

nearside cv boot grease visible no hole present

offside rear rear lens broken slightly

slight play in drivers seat

wipers smearing

Fail 5 Jan 2012

Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

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

slight play in drivers seat

wipers smearing

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

discs corroded

exhaust corroded

nearside cv boot grease visible no hole present

offside rear rear lens broken slightly

Pass 13 Jan 2011 96,463 miles

nearside aim on limit

nearside cv boot grease visible but no hole present

offside rear lens damaged slightly

Pass 8 Jan 2010 88,978 miles

Offside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

front and rear discs worn and pads worn

osr tyre on limit

slight juddere front brakes

Fail 8 Jan 2010 88,976 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Offside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

front and rear discs worn and pads worn

osr tyre on limit

slight juddere front brakes

Pass 13 Jan 2009 83,885 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2008 74,574 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2008 74,573 miles

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)

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

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

Pass 8 Jan 2007 67,025 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 61,731 miles

n/s wiper starting to split

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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X871 OCW is a 2001 Renault Megane in Green with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 X871 OCW, 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

How do I check the history of X871 OCW?

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What year was X871 OCW registered?

X871 OCW is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 22 January 2001.

Is X871 OCW safe to buy?

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