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GJ51 OZK

2001 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

98,511 mi
Last recorded98,511 miles
Recorded on20 May 2017
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ51 OZK
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 May 2017 98,511 miles

Nearside Front Upper TOP SHOCK MOUNT HAS PLAY

Fail 19 May 2017 98,511 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper TOP SHOCK MOUNT HAS PLAY

Pass 6 Sep 2016 98,503 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

both rear tyres worn on edges

Pass 4 Aug 2015 84,916 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 75,111 miles

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

nearside front tyre starting to wear on edges

Pass 9 Aug 2013 59,469 miles

Gearbox mounting defective

Pass 3 Aug 2012 51,629 miles

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

Fail 3 Aug 2012 51,628 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 22 Aug 2011 42,299 miles

Nearside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Fail 22 Aug 2011 42,299 miles

Nearside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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

Pass 5 Aug 2010 31,926 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 21,611 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2009 21,575 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2008 17,199 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 17,151 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

small scratches to front screen

Pass 21 Jul 2006 15,986 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

o/s/r tyre has started to perish

scuff mark to n/s/f tyre outer side wall

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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GJ51 OZK is a 2001 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GJ51 OZK, 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 GJ51 OZK registered?

GJ51 OZK is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 1 September 2001.

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