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Y129 UPO

2001 Renault Megane

Yellow Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

47,510 mi
Last recorded47,510 miles
Recorded on15 May 2018
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY129 UPO
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 May 2018 47,510 miles
Fail 12 May 2018 47,498 miles

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded crossmember (2.4.A.3)

Pass 17 Jun 2017 47,317 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2016 45,177 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 42,330 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 40,255 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 37,993 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 35,555 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 4 Mar 2011 33,309 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2011 33,309 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 9 Mar 2010 30,654 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2010 30,654 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 6 Mar 2009 27,838 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 24,879 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 20,642 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 16,901 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2006 16,901 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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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Y129 UPO is a 2001 Renault Megane in Yellow with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 Y129 UPO, 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 Y129 UPO registered?

Y129 UPO is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 30 March 2001.

Is Y129 UPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y129 UPO shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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