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Y128 MGX

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

97,277 mi
Last recorded97,277 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2017
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY128 MGX
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2017 97,277 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2017 97,277 miles

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously obscured affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2016 96,175 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 94,588 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 92,817 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 92,742 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 83,195 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 76,100 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2008 67,912 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Mar 2008 67,912 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2007 62,650 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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Y128 MGX is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver 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 Y128 MGX, 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 Y128 MGX registered?

Y128 MGX is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 8 June 2001.

Is Y128 MGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y128 MGX shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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