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Y196 KNT

2001 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2014
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

155,467 mi
Last recorded155,467 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2013
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY196 KNT
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2013 155,467 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2012 140,732 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 133,494 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 122,888 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 115,638 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 112,534 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 101,131 miles

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 21 Feb 2007 79,581 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2007 79,581 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2006 58,497 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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Y196 KNT is a 2001 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 Y196 KNT, 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 Y196 KNT registered?

Y196 KNT is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 23 May 2001.

Is Y196 KNT safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y196 KNT shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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