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MJ51 UKS

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

52,343 mi
Last recorded52,343 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2017
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ51 UKS
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2017 52,343 miles

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

Fail 16 Sep 2017 52,343 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Pass 6 Sep 2016 48,783 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 48,431 miles

both rear tyres cracking

Pass 1 Sep 2014 47,902 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 47,295 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 46,546 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 31 Aug 2011 45,629 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 43,659 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 42,095 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2009 42,095 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

(6.3.1b)The rear number plate has "one of two" fixings loose

Pass 8 Sep 2008 39,504 miles

(1.5A.1d)the nearside and the offside rear indicators are slightly discoloured

(2.3.1b)the power steering pinion is slightly soiled indicative of a possible seepage of fluid as being present

Pass 3 Sep 2007 35,804 miles

(2.3.1b)the power steering rack pinion assembly is soiled indicating a possible seepage of fluid as being present

(6.3)New forthcoming legistlation may require the number plates fitted to this vehicle to be changed for the next mot test

(6.3.1b)the rear number plate "one" screw fixing is loose

Pass 7 Sep 2006 33,095 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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 UKS is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 UKS, 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 UKS registered?

MJ51 UKS is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 12 December 2001.

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The MOT history for MJ51 UKS shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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