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HN51 XJU

2001 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

138,908 mi
Last recorded138,908 miles
Recorded on19 May 2016
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN51 XJU
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 May 2016 138,908 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

slight leak on exhaust

Pass 16 May 2015 131,476 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

rear noise reduction brace corroded and broken

Pass 6 May 2014 128,239 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 124,974 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2013 124,974 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 13 Apr 2012 121,171 miles

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

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Fail 9 May 2011 117,614 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 May 2011 117,614 miles
Pass 1 May 2010
Fail 1 May 2010

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

Pass 4 Dec 2008 107,762 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 15,005 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2007 104,985 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 24 Nov 2006 88,915 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2006

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

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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HN51 XJU is a 2001 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 HN51 XJU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HN51 XJU registered?

HN51 XJU is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 29 November 2001.

Is HN51 XJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HN51 XJU shows 15 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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