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HN51 XOJ

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

72,928 mi
Last recorded72,928 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2015
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN51 XOJ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2015 72,928 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2014 68,684 miles
Fail 8 May 2014 68,684 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2013 63,360 miles

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

Fail 11 Apr 2013 63,360 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

passenger door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Pass 24 Nov 2011 59,495 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

engine mangement light on during test

n/s/r tyre perished on outer sidewall

Pass 25 Nov 2010 57,917 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2010 57,917 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

n/s/r tyre is perished on outer sidewall

Pass 27 Nov 2009 56,579 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 55,242 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 53,299 miles

corrosion on front brake disc

front brakes binding

Fail 8 Oct 2007 53,299 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

corrosion on front brake disc

front brakes binding

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 XOJ is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol 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 HN51 XOJ, 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 XOJ registered?

HN51 XOJ is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 31 October 2001.

Is HN51 XOJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HN51 XOJ 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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