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DG51 TKJ

2001 Renault Megane

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

117,866 mi
Last recorded117,866 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2013
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG51 TKJ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2013 117,866 miles

both rear tyres cracking with age

Pass 22 Aug 2012 107,436 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 96,918 miles

engine management light on

Fail 23 Aug 2011 96,918 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

engine management light on

Pass 24 Aug 2010 182,820 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 78,433 miles

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

nearside mirror has been taped up and is loose.

Fail 27 Aug 2008 69,884 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Aug 2008 69,884 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2007 61,082 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2007 61,082 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

both wiperblades starting to split.

Pass 1 Sep 2006 49,713 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2006 49,713 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing (2.6.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both rear tyre's wearing on the edge's.

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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DG51 TKJ is a 2001 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DG51 TKJ, 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 DG51 TKJ registered?

DG51 TKJ is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 30 September 2001.

Is DG51 TKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG51 TKJ shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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