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X961 ECL

2001 Renault Megane

Yellow Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

104,227 mi
Last recorded104,227 miles
Recorded on31 May 2019
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX961 ECL
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 May 2019 104,227 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 100,656 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 96,969 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 92,599 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 89,003 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 81,604 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 68,705 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 58,252 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2010 55,535 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 49,138 miles
Fail 30 May 2009 49,138 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Fail 30 May 2008 40,938 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 30 May 2008 40,938 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 29,345 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 22 Feb 2006 20,481 miles

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

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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X961 ECL is a 2001 Renault Megane in Yellow with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 X961 ECL, 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 X961 ECL registered?

X961 ECL is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 5 January 2001.

Is X961 ECL safe to buy?

The MOT history for X961 ECL shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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