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Renault Megane

Green · Petrol · 2001 · 1,390 cc

Y261 TBPMOT history

Y261 TBP is a green petrol Renault Megane first used on 27 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 21 Mar 2022 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 180,837 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Mar 2022.

Y261 TBP green Renault Megane – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Renault Megane, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 21 Mar 2022
Mileage
180,837 mi
At MOT on 14 Mar 2022
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,971 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y261 TBP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Renault
Model
Megane
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
27 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Mar 2022
Latest MOT test
14 Mar 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y261 TBP was last recorded at 180,837 miles on 14 Mar 2022, 1,737 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
179,100 miles · 16 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
1,737 miles
Average per year
7,971 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 180,837 miles
  • 2021 – 179,100 miles
  • 2020 – 176,364 miles
  • 2019 – 168,562 miles
  • 2018 – 162,461 miles
  • 2017 – 158,802 miles
  • 2016 – 154,920 miles
  • 2015 – 148,296 miles
  • 2014 – 140,257 miles
  • 2013 – 130,968 miles
  • 2012 – 121,479 miles
  • 2011 – 113,360 miles
  • 2010 – 103,984 miles
  • 2009 – 91,879 miles
  • 2008 – 79,195 miles
  • 2007 – 66,859 miles
  • 2006 – 53,436 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail180,837 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated bracket corroded (insecure) (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Axle mount area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019

What MOT failures mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2018

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2018

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Axle mounting point

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2015

Full MOT history

24 tests since 20 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail180,837 miles (+1,737)8 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,837 miles
    Test number
    718577613115
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated bracket corroded (insecure) (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Axle mount area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass179,100 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    179,100 miles
    Test number
    434742487298
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material over axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Axle mounting point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  3. Fail179,100 miles (+2,736)2 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,100 miles
    Test number
    696570507214
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material over axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Axle mounting point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  4. Pass176,364 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    176,364 miles
    Test number
    313343818457
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Axle mounting point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Axle mounting point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  5. Fail176,364 miles (+7,802)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,364 miles
    Test number
    396541445179
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Axle mounting point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Axle mounting point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  6. Pass168,562 miles (+6,101)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    168,562 miles
    Test number
    782979503631
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass162,461 miles (+3,659)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    162,461 miles
    Test number
    213310770257
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  8. Pass158,802 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    158,802 miles
    Test number
    919504291372
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Fail158,802 miles (+3,882)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,802 miles
    Test number
    620989620323
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass154,920 miles (+6,624)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    154,920 miles
    Test number
    804408294458
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass148,296 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    148,296 miles
    Test number
    367318165011
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Fail148,296 miles (+8,039)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,296 miles
    Test number
    147308965072
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass140,257 miles11 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    140,257 miles
    Test number
    267742164014
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear cross axle brace corroded

  14. Fail140,257 miles (+9,289)2 repaired11 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,257 miles
    Test number
    496112064021
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear cross axle brace corroded

  15. Pass130,968 miles (+9,489)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    130,968 miles
    Test number
    456918253050
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass121,479 miles (+8,119)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    121,479 miles
    Test number
    719370362062
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass113,360 miles (+9,376)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    113,360 miles
    Test number
    535133971029
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NotePower steering pipe corroded

  18. Pass103,984 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    103,984 miles
    Test number
    763137470028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail103,984 miles (+12,105)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,984 miles
    Test number
    714746170001
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc has restricted free movement (3.5.1j)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Fail91,879 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,879 miles
    Test number
    670250679004
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  21. Pass91,879 miles (+12,684)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    91,879 miles
    Test number
    884080579029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass79,195 miles (+12,336)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    79,195 miles
    Test number
    360070788030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass66,859 miles (+13,423)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    66,859 miles
    Test number
    902065877086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass53,436 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    53,436 miles
    Test number
    204239776077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y261 TBP

Does Y261 TBP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y261 TBP expired on 21 Mar 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y261 TBP?
The MOT on Y261 TBP expired on 21 Mar 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y261 TBP done?
Y261 TBP was recorded at 180,837 miles at its MOT on 14 Mar 2022, an average of 7,971 miles a year.
Has Y261 TBP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y261 TBP has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on Y261 TBP ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on Y261 TBP find?
Y261 TBP failed its latest MOT on 14 Mar 2022 with 8 major defects, 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits, and 14 more.

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