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FX51 JSW

2001 Renault Megane

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

52,501 mi
Last recorded52,501 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2016
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX51 JSW
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2016 52,501 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

wiper blades worn

Pass 30 Jan 2015 50,105 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

body stay bar corroded

centre stop light not working

engine steady bar as play in the bushes

Fail 30 Jan 2015 50,105 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

body stay bar corroded

centre stop light not working

engine steady bar as play in the bushes

Pass 8 Feb 2014 47,916 miles

bolt on stay bar corroded

engine steady bar bushes weak

Fail 7 Feb 2014 47,916 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

bolt on stay bar corroded

engine steady bar bushes weak

Pass 28 Dec 2012 46,274 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

bolt on cross member corroding

engine steady bar bushes wearing

Pass 28 Dec 2011 43,650 miles

front springs corroded.

ns screen washer innop`. body stiffening bar under rear of vehicle badly corroded/crumbling/holed!

osf tyre worn to limit on outer section[185/60*15]! nsr tyre was nearly totally flat and splitting in places on inner wall[appears close to cords] recomend renewal.

Fail 28 Dec 2011 43,650 miles

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

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

front springs corroded.

ns screen washer innop`. body stiffening bar under rear of vehicle badly corroded/crumbling/holed!

osf tyre worn to limit on outer section[185/60*15]! nsr tyre was nearly totally flat and splitting in places on inner wall[appears close to cords] recomend renewal.

Pass 30 Dec 2010 36,052 miles

front brake discs inner surfaces in poor condition but pads ok

Pass 9 Dec 2009 30,790 miles

n/s/f shocker top bearing noisey

Fail 8 Dec 2009 30,789 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

n/s/f shocker top bearing noisey

Pass 21 Nov 2008 25,588 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2008 25,588 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 5 Nov 2007 21,211 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 20,081 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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FX51 JSW is a 2001 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 FX51 JSW, 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 FX51 JSW registered?

FX51 JSW is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 13 September 2001.

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