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Y142 KBB

2001 Renault Megane

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2018
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

94,101 mi
Last recorded94,101 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2017
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY142 KBB
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2017 94,101 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

under body covers fitted

Pass 23 Sep 2016 89,624 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2016 89,624 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged (3.4.2)

Pass 30 Sep 2015 84,967 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2015 84,967 miles

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Fail 1 Oct 2014 78,240 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 1 Oct 2014 78,240 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 70,638 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 66,906 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 63,111 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2010 59,174 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 29 Sep 2010 59,174 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 54,638 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2009 54,638 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 8 Oct 2008 49,539 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2007 44,335 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2007 44,335 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2006 39,319 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 6 Oct 2006 39,319 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2005 34,172 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 4 Oct 2005 34,172 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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Y142 KBB is a 2001 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 Y142 KBB, 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 Y142 KBB registered?

Y142 KBB is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 28 April 2001.

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