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GJ51 WRC

2001 Renault Megane

Black Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2013
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

54,434 mi
Last recorded54,434 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2012
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ51 WRC
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2012 54,434 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 51,179 miles

smell of diesel under bonnet

when window switch operated lights come on

Fail 2 Dec 2011 51,179 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

smell of diesel under bonnet

when window switch operated lights come on

Pass 26 Oct 2010 37,035 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 31,724 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2009 31,724 miles

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2008 20,151 miles

Hazard warning light switch weak

High level stop light not working

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

Rear number plate slightly discoloured

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 10 Sep 2007 25,957 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 10 Sep 2007 25,957 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 22 Sep 2006 18,142 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2006 18,142 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Sep 2005 16,304 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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GJ51 WRC is a 2001 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 GJ51 WRC, 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 WRC registered?

GJ51 WRC is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 18 September 2001.

Is GJ51 WRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ51 WRC shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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