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GU51 VJY

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

106,611 mi
Last recorded106,611 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2012
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU51 VJY
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2012 106,611 miles

Anti-freeze staining around cylinder head/thermostat housing

Coolant level down slightly

Distortion to inner wheel rims

High level stop light inoperative

Minor chips in windscreen

Offside rear brake flexi bracket requires attention

Perishment/age to rear tyres

Steering and suspension components showing general age,wear and surface corrosion

Stone damage to treads

Fail 15 Aug 2012 106,611 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Anti-freeze staining around cylinder head/thermostat housing

Coolant level down slightly

Distortion to inner wheel rims

High level stop light inoperative

Minor chips in windscreen

Offside rear brake flexi bracket requires attention

Perishment/age to rear tyres

Steering and suspension components showing general age,wear and surface corrosion

Stone damage to treads

Pass 2 Aug 2011 99,266 miles

Front Discs heavily corroded

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

Pass 1 Sep 2010 92,251 miles

Front discs worn .

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 3 Aug 2009 84,506 miles

front brake pads getting low

very slight inbalance to front service brakes

Pass 16 Jul 2008 71,525 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2007 59,801 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 46,272 miles

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

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 VJY is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 GU51 VJY, 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 VJY registered?

GU51 VJY is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 3 September 2001.

Is GU51 VJY safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU51 VJY shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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