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FX51 JWB

2001 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

108,868 mi
Last recorded108,868 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2019
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX51 JWB
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2019 108,868 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front (0.1 (b))

Fail 13 Feb 2019 108,867 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle front (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Brakes imbalanced across an axle rear (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front (0.1 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2018 104,357 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2017 99,650 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2016 95,073 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 19 Mar 2015 90,636 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2014 87,099 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 78,687 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 69,215 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 61,464 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 53,977 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2010 52,977 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 17 Mar 2009 47,604 miles

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

Fail 17 Mar 2009 47,604 miles

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

Nearside Rear Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

Pass 15 Mar 2008 42,131 miles

Surface cracking on both rear tyres.

Pass 19 Mar 2007 34,544 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2007 34,544 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Rear Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

osr door will not open from out side

Pass 21 Mar 2006 26,151 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 JWB is a 2001 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FX51 JWB, 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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FX51 JWB is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 1 September 2001.

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