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Y656 BCL

2001 Renault Megane Scenic

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2017
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

112,479 mi
Last recorded112,479 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2016
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane Scenic78,920 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY656 BCL
MakeRenault
ModelMegane Scenic
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2016 112,479 miles

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

Rear Stabiliser bar corroded

Fail 25 Jan 2016 112,463 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Rear Stabiliser bar corroded

Pass 9 Jan 2015 107,243 miles

Rear stabiliser bar is excessively corroded

Pass 15 Jan 2014 102,620 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Oil leak

areas of power steering fluid pipes damp

engine M.I.L light lit

exhaust emits white smoke under acceleration when engine is hot

exhaust system corroded in areas,and a clamp bolt is weakening by corrosion

offside C V boot is leaking grease from an area,though not allowing the ingress of dirt/water

offside front road wheel is slightly stiff to rotate by hand

offside front tyre devoid of tread on inner edge,also worn to tread wear indicators ther

offside front valve stem surface perish cracking

rear cross bar is weakening by corrosion

Fail 14 Jan 2014 102,620 miles

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Oil leak

areas of power steering fluid pipes damp

engine M.I.L light lit

exhaust emits white smoke under acceleration

exhaust system corroded in areas,and a clamp bolt is weakening by corrosion

offside C V boot is leaking grease from an area,though not allowing the ingress of dirt/water

offside front road wheel is slightly stiff to rotate by hand

offside front tyre devoid of tread on inner edge,also worn to tread wear indicators ther

offside front valve stem surface perish cracking

rear cross bar is weakening by corrosion

Pass 2 Jan 2013 97,212 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 2 Jan 2013 97,212 miles

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

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 31 Dec 2011 86,990 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2011 86,764 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 29 Dec 2010 76,286 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Fail 29 Dec 2010 76,286 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 10 Dec 2009 64,833 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2009 64,819 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 9 Dec 2008 53,615 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 43,654 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 11 Dec 2007 43,653 miles

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

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Jan 2007 37,492 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2007 37,492 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Jan 2006 30,561 miles

How Reliable is the Renault Megane Scenic?

Based on 1,818,845 MOT tests across 145,724 vehicles.

66.2%
Pass Rate
6,520
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
145,724
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 116,922
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 68,848
constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing 66,630
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 58,928
Registration plate lamp not working 55,988
Full Renault Megane Scenic reliability report

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Y656 BCL is a 2001 Renault Megane Scenic in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

Across all 2001 Renault Megane Scenic models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 78,920 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 Scenic fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 116,922 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y656 BCL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault Megane Scenic typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 25 years old, this Renault Megane Scenic is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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Y656 BCL is a 2001 Renault Megane Scenic, first registered on 5 May 2001.

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