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MJ51 UJY

2001 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2014
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

146,554 mi
Last recorded146,554 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2013
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ51 UJY
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2013 146,554 miles

Oil leak

Fail 27 Feb 2013 146,554 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Nearside Inner Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2) DANGEROUS

Oil leak

Pass 1 Mar 2012 139,438 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2012 139,438 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Mar 2011 129,694 miles

nearside rear door won't open from the inside or the outside

Fail 10 Mar 2011 129,688 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

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

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

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

nearside rear door won't open from the inside or the outside

Fail 10 Mar 2011 129,688 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

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

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2010 115,136 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 89,184 miles

nearside rear door won,t open from the inside or the outside

Pass 27 Feb 2008 66,536 miles

nearside rear door won't open from the outside

Fail 27 Feb 2008 66,532 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

nearside rear door won't open from the outside

Pass 28 Feb 2007 60,603 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 46,881 miles

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 UJY is a 2001 Renault Megane in Blue 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 MJ51 UJY, 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 UJY registered?

MJ51 UJY is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 29 November 2001.

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