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GL51 JNF

2001 Renault Megane

Green Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

135,674 mi
Last recorded135,674 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2018
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL51 JNF
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2018 135,674 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear suspension component corroded

Pass 15 Nov 2017 127,993 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2017 127,993 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2016 120,333 miles

Both front and offside rear tyre wearing on edges

Fail 22 Nov 2016 120,333 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Both front inner face (3.5.1i)

Both front and offside rear tyre wearing on edges

Pass 24 Nov 2015 112,407 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside rear tyre worn on outer edge

Fail 24 Nov 2015 112,407 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside rear tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 10 Dec 2014 104,113 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2013 93,773 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 84,219 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2011 75,594 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2010 67,203 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 60,180 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 52,479 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2008 52,439 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

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

Pass 3 Oct 2007 45,180 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside rear door wont open from outside

Front wiper blades worn

Pass 15 Nov 2006 37,304 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

cannot open nearside rear dorr from outside

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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GL51 JNF is a 2001 Renault Megane in Green with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 GL51 JNF, 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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GL51 JNF is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 26 November 2001.

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