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MJ51 VGO

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

130,068 mi
Last recorded130,068 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2017
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2017 130,068 miles

Coolant leak ()

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Outer Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Oil leak ()

coolant level low

Pass 27 Apr 2016 119,874 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

front tyre edges

oil leak

Fail 27 Apr 2016 119,874 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

front tyre edges

oil leak

Pass 20 Apr 2015 111,330 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 100,688 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 88,202 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2012 75,170 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2011 62,591 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Jan 2010 55,164 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2009 47,481 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 13 Dec 2007 38,512 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 21 Dec 2006 29,956 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2005 22,207 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 VGO is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 VGO, 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 VGO registered?

MJ51 VGO is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 20 November 2001.

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