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AP51 NSJ

2001 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1783cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2012
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

130,921 mi
Last recorded130,921 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2011
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP51 NSJ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,783cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2011 130,921 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 Sep 2010 129,025 miles

front brake discs worn

Fail 10 Sep 2009 123,918 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

rear number plate starting to deteriorate

Pass 10 Sep 2009 123,918 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

rear number plate starting to deteriorate

Pass 26 Sep 2008 117,913 miles

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

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

n/s/r wheel trim centre is missing

Pass 22 Sep 2007 101,454 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2006 83,156 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

rear axle transverse stabilising bar is slightly corroded

Pass 17 Sep 2005 65,471 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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AP51 NSJ is a 2001 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,783cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 AP51 NSJ, 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 AP51 NSJ registered?

AP51 NSJ is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 2 October 2001.

Is AP51 NSJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP51 NSJ shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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