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FP51 DHJ

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2017
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

42,698 mi
Last recorded42,698 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2016
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP51 DHJ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2016 42,698 miles

nearside & offside front tyres wearing on outer edge

Fail 5 Aug 2016 42,690 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

nearside & offside front tyres wearing on outer edge

Pass 29 Jul 2015 39,670 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 36,000 miles

Drivers seat does not allow access to rear of vehicle

Nearside Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Fail 26 Aug 2014 36,000 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Drivers seat does not allow access to rear of vehicle

Nearside Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 27 Aug 2013 34,845 miles

N/S & OS OUTER CV BOOT CLIPS SLIGHT LEAK

Pass 29 Aug 2012 33,379 miles

N/S REAR TYRE DETERIORATING DUE TO UNDER INFATION (10psi)

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

Fail 28 Aug 2012 33,379 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

N/S REAR TYRE DETERIORATING DUE TO UNDER INFATION (10psi)

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

Pass 25 Aug 2011 32,806 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 32,474 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2010 32,467 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Pass 29 Aug 2009 31,842 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2009 31,842 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 26 Aug 2008 30,177 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 27,831 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 25,829 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2005 21,821 miles

O/S/F & N/S/R Seat belt slightly frayed.

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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FP51 DHJ 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 70.6%.

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 FP51 DHJ, 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 FP51 DHJ registered?

FP51 DHJ is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 11 October 2001.

Is FP51 DHJ safe to buy?

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