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Y204 GNL

2001 Renault Megane

Yellow Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2016
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

64,070 mi
Last recorded64,070 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2015
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY204 GNL
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2015 64,070 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both rear (3.6.B.4e)

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

both main brake pipes at rear slightly corroded

offside front tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 19 Nov 2014 63,399 miles

Nearside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 19 Nov 2014 63,399 miles

Nearside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Nov 2013 61,378 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 55,865 miles

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

n/s wiper spilt

Fail 21 Nov 2011 49,830 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

n/s wiper spilt

Pass 21 Nov 2011 49,830 miles

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

n/s wiper spilt

Pass 12 Nov 2010 46,192 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 44,167 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 40,743 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2007 36,526 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 1 Sep 2006 33,572 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 23 Jun 2005 29,101 miles

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

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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Y204 GNL is a 2001 Renault Megane in Yellow with a 1,390cc 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 Y204 GNL, 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 Y204 GNL registered?

Y204 GNL is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 20 June 2001.

Is Y204 GNL safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y204 GNL 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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