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GF51 PXJ

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

146,021 mi
Last recorded146,021 miles
Recorded on3 May 2019
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF51 PXJ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 May 2019 146,021 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 3 May 2019 146,021 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2017 143,026 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2016 136,167 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 126,866 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre out of shape

Offside Rear tyre out of shape

Pass 26 Sep 2014 115,166 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 23 Sep 2014 115,166 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 20 Sep 2013 103,203 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 92,386 miles

both front discs corroded

nearside rear tyre out of shape

Pass 19 Sep 2011 80,961 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 68,219 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2010 68,219 miles

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 4 Sep 2009 57,616 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 43,659 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 29,756 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 29 Aug 2006 16,035 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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GF51 PXJ is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 GF51 PXJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GF51 PXJ registered?

GF51 PXJ is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 16 November 2001.

Is GF51 PXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF51 PXJ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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