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Y179 UEF

2001 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

113,113 mi
Last recorded113,113 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2016
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY179 UEF
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2016 113,113 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 110,323 miles

Rear crossmember corroded

Fail 24 Mar 2015 110,300 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Rear Lower Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 20 Mar 2014 109,279 miles

Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

rear wipper

Fail 26 Mar 2013 108,319 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Mar 2013 108,319 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Apr 2012 106,516 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 104,846 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2011 104,846 miles

Front An item not tested (Manual)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Please note that under bonnet items not tested as bonnet safety catch will not release.

Pass 22 Mar 2010 103,186 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 93,775 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 81,962 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2008 81,962 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Pass 6 Apr 2007 69,677 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 61,968 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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Y179 UEF is a 2001 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 Y179 UEF, 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 Y179 UEF registered?

Y179 UEF is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 27 June 2001.

Is Y179 UEF safe to buy?

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