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GU51 UML

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1783cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2024
Tests27 (18 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

101,546 mi
Last recorded101,546 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2023
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU51 UML
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,783cc

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MOT History

18 pass 9 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2023 101,546 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner shoulder of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner shoulder of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 5 Oct 2023 101,546 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner shoulder of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner shoulder of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Oct 2022 96,981 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2022 96,981 miles

Nearside Rear Brake valve leaking Brake caliper bleed valve leaking (1.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2021 93,064 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn low inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

o/s/f door window not working

Fail 1 Nov 2021 93,064 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn low inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

o/s/f door window not working

Pass 10 Sep 2020 89,215 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2019 87,548 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 85,461 miles

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

Fail 7 Sep 2018 85,461 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

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

Pass 11 Sep 2017 83,319 miles

Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement o/s n/s (2.4.G.2)

Fail 11 Sep 2017 83,319 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Brake pipe leaking front to rears (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement o/s n/s (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Sep 2016 80,985 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 78,535 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2014 75,441 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2014 75,441 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 71,516 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2013 71,516 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 10 Sep 2012 67,906 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 64,465 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2011 64,465 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 10 Sep 2010 60,192 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 54,425 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 51,136 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 46,351 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2007 46,351 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 11 Sep 2006 40,441 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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GU51 UML is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,783cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 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 GU51 UML, 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 GU51 UML registered?

GU51 UML is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 12 September 2001.

Is GU51 UML safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU51 UML shows 27 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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