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Y182 OLC

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2022
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

124,294 mi
Last recorded124,294 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2021
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY182 OLC
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2021 124,294 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Nov 2021 124,294 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 11 Nov 2020 123,475 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2020 123,355 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2019 113,654 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front headlamp lens discoloured, projected beam only just meets MOT requirement

Offside Front headlamp lens discoloured

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear rear exhaust silencer bracket rubbers broken

Fail 8 Nov 2019 113,654 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front headlamp lens discoloured, projected beam only just meets MOT requirement

Offside Front headlamp lens discoloured

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear rear exhaust silencer bracket rubbers broken

Pass 28 Jun 2018 97,889 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 16 Aug 2017 86,489 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Gearbox mounting defective bolt loose ()

Oil leak ()

Pass 6 May 2016 70,855 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2016 70,832 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2015 65,314 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2014 61,354 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 56,950 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2012 52,891 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2012 52,891 miles

Offside Front 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 brake disc contaminated by grease (3.5.1h)

Pass 20 Apr 2011 52,050 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2011 52,050 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 16 Apr 2010 50,531 miles

Both Front Tyres are cracking between tread blocks.

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Rear number plate is fading.

Pass 16 Apr 2010 50,531 miles

Both Front Tyres are cracking between tread blocks.

Rear number plate is fading.

Pass 16 Apr 2009 46,744 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 44,864 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2007 43,031 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 39,636 miles

rear tyres perished and wering out of shape

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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Y182 OLC is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 Y182 OLC, 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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Y182 OLC is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 1 March 2001.

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