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Y193 HFJ

2001 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

26,292 mi
Last recorded26,292 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2018
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY193 HFJ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2018 26,292 miles

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

tail gate handle broken

Pass 8 Aug 2017 20,412 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Headlamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 10 May 2016 20,384 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 19 Feb 2014 19,725 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 18,480 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2013 18,480 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Feb 2012 17,220 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 16,098 miles

both rear tyres perished

rear seats folded down at time of test

Pass 24 Feb 2010 14,956 miles

rear tyres very perished

wiper blades perished

Pass 18 Feb 2009 12,963 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 12,259 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2008 12,259 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2007 10,647 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2007 10,647 miles

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 3 Feb 2006 8,860 miles

Front discs starting to corrode

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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Y193 HFJ is a 2001 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 Y193 HFJ, 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 Y193 HFJ registered?

Y193 HFJ is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is Y193 HFJ safe to buy?

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