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MJ51 CXF

2001 Renault Megane

Green Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

135,047 mi
Last recorded135,047 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2018
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ51 CXF
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2018 135,047 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Oct 2017 119,959 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2016 103,200 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

slight oil leak

Fail 8 Oct 2016 103,200 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

slight oil leak

Pass 9 Oct 2015 87,671 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 70,171 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Oct 2013 51,848 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

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

Pass 11 Oct 2013 51,848 miles

Offside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 8 Oct 2012 40,811 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2011 35,016 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2011 35,016 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Rear Panhard rod corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 9 Oct 2010 31,530 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 28,349 miles

rear stabiliser bar holed and corroded

Pass 10 Oct 2008 25,719 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2007 22,982 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2007 22,972 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Oct 2006 20,553 miles

rear trim on nearside rubbing on tyre

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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MJ51 CXF is a 2001 Renault Megane in Green with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 MJ51 CXF, 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 MJ51 CXF registered?

MJ51 CXF is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 26 October 2001.

Is MJ51 CXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for MJ51 CXF shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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