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MJ51 CZE

2001 Renault Megane

Beige Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jan 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

87,025 mi
Last recorded87,025 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ51 CZE
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 87,025 miles

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked. (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm Both edges bald. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Shoulder bald. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Jan 2026 86,997 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked. (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm Both edges bald. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Shoulder bald. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2024 80,610 miles

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked. (0.1 (b))

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Loosing grease. (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 6 Mar 2023 77,313 miles

Nearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2022 73,649 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jan 2021 70,506 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2019 66,539 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2019 61,783 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Dec 2017 56,248 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 29 Dec 2017 56,248 miles

Central Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 3 Jan 2017 51,961 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear tyre perished

Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement o/s & n/s (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Dec 2015 47,455 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2015 47,455 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 Dec 2014 46,498 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 46,399 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2013 46,399 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Dec 2012 45,818 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2012 45,818 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Dec 2011 44,683 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2010 43,499 miles

Rear disc corroded

Rear pads wearing low

Fail 22 Dec 2010 43,499 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear disc corroded

Rear pads wearing low

Pass 5 Jan 2010 42,393 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 40,745 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2007 39,171 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2006 38,745 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2005 37,527 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)

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 CZE is a 2001 Renault Megane in Beige with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 CZE, 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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MJ51 CZE is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 1 November 2001.

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