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X968 BLK

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

101,356 mi
Last recorded101,356 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2012
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX968 BLK
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2012 101,356 miles

osr, nsr, nsf, tyres getting worn

Pass 24 Jan 2011 96,035 miles

brake pedal anti-slip rubber worn

front brake discs slightly worn

front number plate cracked and deteriorated

n/s/f tyre outer sidewall slightly cut

rear subframe cross bar/brace corroded

Fail 27 Jan 2010 88,608 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

front brakes slightly imbalanced

front number plate slightly cracked

o/s/f tyre tread depth on legal limit (1.6mm)

Pass 27 Jan 2010 88,608 miles

front brakes slightly imbalanced

front number plate slightly cracked

o/s/f tyre tread depth on legal limit (1.6mm)

Pass 22 Oct 2008 76,380 miles

n/s/r indicator colour beginning to fade

Pass 24 Oct 2007 74,498 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 65,975 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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X968 BLK is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 X968 BLK, 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 X968 BLK registered?

X968 BLK is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 30 January 2001.

Is X968 BLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for X968 BLK shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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