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Y118 VBK

2001 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

51,213 mi
Last recorded51,213 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2012
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY118 VBK
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2012 51,213 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 46,316 miles

small cuts n/s/r tyre

Pass 28 Jun 2010 41,971 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2010 41,971 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

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

Pass 3 Jul 2009 38,373 miles

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

nearside rear tyre cracking in tread

Fail 3 Jul 2009 38,373 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

nearside rear tyre cracking in tread

Fail 6 Apr 2009 38,328 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Outer Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

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

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

engine missfire

Pass 20 Mar 2008 34,150 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2008 34,150 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.4c)

Pass 4 Dec 2006 27,936 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2006 27,034 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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Y118 VBK is a 2001 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 Y118 VBK, 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 Y118 VBK registered?

Y118 VBK is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 21 June 2001.

Is Y118 VBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y118 VBK shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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