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Y185 CGT

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

98,222 mi
Last recorded98,222 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2014
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY185 CGT
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2014 98,222 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 86,501 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 77,199 miles

Oil leak

off and near side front headlamp units show movement.

various power assisted steering componants show oil/fluid contamination.

Fail 6 Feb 2012 77,145 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2) DANGEROUS

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Oil leak

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

off and near side front headlamp units show movement.

various power assisted steering componants show oil/fluid contamination.

Pass 28 Feb 2011 69,715 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 63,322 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 58,259 miles

Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

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

Pass 26 Mar 2008 55,310 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2007 47,473 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2007 47,471 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Feb 2006 40,512 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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Y185 CGT is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel 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 Y185 CGT, 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 Y185 CGT registered?

Y185 CGT is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 9 March 2001.

Is Y185 CGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y185 CGT 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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