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MJ51 VJG

2001 Renault Megane

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2019
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

102,680 mi
Last recorded102,680 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2018
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ51 VJG
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2018 102,680 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Outer Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear tyre showing cracking

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt inner retaining clip area (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit showing abnormal tread wear and cracking (4.1.E.1)

Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% high level (1.2.1b)

customer belongings in boot and rear seats folded

Fail 30 Jan 2018 102,680 miles

Nearside passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Outer Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear tyre showing cracking

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt inner retaining clip area (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit showing abnormal tread wear and cracking (4.1.E.1)

Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% high level (1.2.1b)

customer belongings in boot and rear seats folded

Pass 23 Nov 2016 91,372 miles

Central Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Minor Chips In Windscreen

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

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

Fail 23 Nov 2016 91,372 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Central Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Minor Chips In Windscreen

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 9 Nov 2015 84,553 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 81,777 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 78,561 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2012 74,973 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2012 74,969 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 Oct 2011 71,864 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 68,105 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2010 68,105 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fail 5 Nov 2009 64,793 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2009 64,793 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 60,580 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2008 60,575 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Rear Torsion bar deteriorated by corrosion so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (2.4.E.1b)

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2007 53,423 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 47,331 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 VJG is a 2001 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 VJG, 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 VJG is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 26 November 2001.

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