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X878 GKL

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

94,742 mi
Last recorded94,742 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2017
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX878 GKL
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2017 94,742 miles

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

Fail 22 Mar 2017 94,730 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Front front parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Rear front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2016 84,952 miles

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

Fail 22 Mar 2016 84,952 miles

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

Front Headlamp aim too high both (1.8)

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

Pass 25 Mar 2015 82,445 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2014 80,049 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Mar 2014 80,049 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 78,170 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2013 78,170 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 13 Jan 2012 78,114 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Upper Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Pass 13 Jan 2012 78,114 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 76,072 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2010 69,878 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2009 64,127 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2009 64,127 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 55,950 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2007 48,989 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2006 41,463 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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X878 GKL is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 X878 GKL, 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 X878 GKL registered?

X878 GKL is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 14 February 2001.

Is X878 GKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for X878 GKL shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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