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BG51 JYC

2001 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2013
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

103,344 mi
Last recorded103,344 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2012
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG51 JYC
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2012 103,344 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2012 103,344 miles

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Aug 2011 88,299 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2011 88,299 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front brake discs very worn and corroded !!!!!!!

Pass 23 Jul 2010 79,201 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 71,403 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 62,927 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 53,138 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 48,963 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2005 43,487 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2005 43,487 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

both front tyres wearing on edges †

both rear tyres wearing close to limit

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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BG51 JYC is a 2001 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 BG51 JYC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BG51 JYC registered?

BG51 JYC is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 1 November 2001.

Is BG51 JYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG51 JYC shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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