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Y201 SEF

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

53,776 mi
Last recorded53,776 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2016
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY201 SEF
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2016 53,776 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 52,797 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2014 50,667 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 48,992 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2013 48,992 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Mar 2012 47,714 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2012 47,710 miles

Nearside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 7 Mar 2011 46,353 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2010 447,319 miles

n/s/f brake juddering slightly

Pass 11 Mar 2009 41,217 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 37,251 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 31,433 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 25,593 miles

front discs+pads showing signs of wear

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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Y201 SEF is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 Y201 SEF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of Y201 SEF?

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What year was Y201 SEF registered?

Y201 SEF is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 13 April 2001.

Is Y201 SEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y201 SEF shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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