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HX51 BJE

2001 Renault Megane

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2014
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

64,869 mi
Last recorded64,869 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2013
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX51 BJE
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2013 64,869 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 14 Nov 2013 64,869 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 19 Oct 2012 61,476 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

nearside front and rear wheel bearings slightly noisy when rotated

Fail 19 Oct 2012 61,476 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

nearside front and rear wheel bearings slightly noisy when rotated

Pass 31 Oct 2011 59,029 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2011 59,029 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 20 Sep 2010 55,358 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2010 55,335 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Sep 2009 51,357 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2009 51,237 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Sep 2008 43,930 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2007 39,723 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 33,897 miles

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

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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HX51 BJE is a 2001 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 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 HX51 BJE, 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 HX51 BJE registered?

HX51 BJE is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 1 September 2001.

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The MOT history for HX51 BJE shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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