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Y188 MDG

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2021
Tests24 (15 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

71,450 mi
Last recorded71,450 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2020
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY188 MDG
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 9 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2020 71,450 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 71,010 miles

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 13 Sep 2018 70,423 miles

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

Fail 13 Sep 2018 70,423 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Sep 2017 70,006 miles

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

Fail 15 Sep 2017 70,006 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2016 69,742 miles

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

Fail 14 Sep 2016 69,742 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Centre Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 24 Sep 2015 69,306 miles

unable to unlock fuel cap to check sealing washer

Fail 24 Sep 2015 69,306 miles

Centre Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

unable to unlock fuel cap to check sealing washer

Pass 1 Oct 2014 68,370 miles

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

Fail 29 Sep 2014 68,355 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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

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

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

Oil leak

coolant level below minimum

Pass 9 Sep 2013 66,900 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 61,195 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2012 61,195 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 29 Jul 2011 56,754 miles

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

Fail 29 Jul 2011 56,754 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2010 52,265 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 30 Jul 2010 52,265 miles

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

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

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

offside rear tyre perishing

Pass 7 Aug 2009 46,766 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2009 46,766 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Aug 2008 42,330 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 37,031 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

Pass 11 Aug 2006 32,845 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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Y188 MDG is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 Y188 MDG, 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 Y188 MDG registered?

Y188 MDG is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 13 July 2001.

Is Y188 MDG safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y188 MDG shows 24 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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