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DN51 VTP

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

97,761 mi
Last recorded97,761 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2016
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN51 VTP
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2016 97,761 miles

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

rear strengthening/twist bracket corroded

unable to tilt drivers seat

Fail 7 Jan 2016 97,759 miles

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged abs ring (3.4.2)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

rear strengthening/twist bracket corroded

unable to tilt drivers seat

Pass 13 Jan 2015 90,041 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Fail 7 Jan 2014 84,468 miles

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

front wiper blades worn

nearside front tyre heavily worn on edges

Pass 7 Jan 2014 84,468 miles

front wiper blades worn

nearside front tyre heavily worn on edges

Pass 21 Dec 2012 78,137 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2012 78,137 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 7 Jan 2012 74,774 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2012 74,774 miles

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Jan 2011 64,841 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2010 64,839 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside rear wheel bearing has slight noise.

Fail 4 Jan 2010 59,922 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Jan 2010 59,922 miles

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Dec 2008 50,738 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2007 39,895 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2006 33,436 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2005 28,368 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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DN51 VTP is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 DN51 VTP, 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 DN51 VTP registered?

DN51 VTP is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 31 December 2001.

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