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Y126 HHB

2001 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

44,355 mi
Last recorded44,355 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2014
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY126 HHB
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2014 44,355 miles

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

Rear number plate starting to deteriorate

inspect front brakes

slight marks in screen

Pass 11 Jul 2013 37,667 miles

boot catch handle damaged but working

Fail 11 Jul 2013 37,665 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

boot catch handle damaged but working

Pass 16 Jul 2012 33,008 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 28,881 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front discs worn

obligitory mirror damaged

Pass 26 Apr 2010 25,979 miles

n/s c.v rubber boot securing clip slighlty loose on housing

o/s mirror cover taped up

rear wiring support and parkbrake cable support beam corroded

Pass 23 Apr 2009 23,511 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2009 23,511 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 30 Apr 2008 19,568 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 25 Apr 2007 16,589 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 15,130 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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Y126 HHB is a 2001 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 Y126 HHB, 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 Y126 HHB registered?

Y126 HHB is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 25 July 2001.

Is Y126 HHB safe to buy?

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