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AR51 XUJ

2001 Renault Megane

Green Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

90,781 mi
Last recorded90,781 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2011
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR51 XUJ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2011 90,781 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 85,676 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Fail 23 Jan 2010 85,625 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Nov 2008 77,997 miles

both rear shocker mounting bushes getting worn

engine oil leak

front and rear discs getting worn and corroded

offside c.v boot showing signs of weeping

propshaft centre and rear bearings and supoport structures getting worn

rear pads getting low

some play offside rear shocker lower mounting bush

Pass 21 Dec 2007 72,063 miles

Play in rear lower shocker bushes o/s & n/s.Front tyre at n/s wearing on edges.

Pass 15 Dec 2006 62,778 miles

Play in o/s front anti roll bar link rod.Play in n/s rear lower shocker bush.

Pass 8 Dec 2005 51,495 miles

oil leak

rear axle showing signs of leaking oil from both driveshaft seals

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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AR51 XUJ is a 2001 Renault Megane in Green with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 AR51 XUJ, 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 AR51 XUJ registered?

AR51 XUJ is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 3 October 2001.

Is AR51 XUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AR51 XUJ shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AR51 XUJ have outstanding finance?

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