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MJ51 VLT

2001 Renault Megane

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

93,021 mi
Last recorded93,021 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2019
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ51 VLT
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2019 93,021 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2018 86,435 miles

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

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 13 Dec 2018 86,435 miles

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

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2017 79,474 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 76,826 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2016 76,826 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2015 74,291 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2014 71,750 miles

drives seat dont lean forward

o/s/f tyre cut

o/s/r tyre cracking

Pass 29 Oct 2013 68,557 miles

O/S/R tryre perrished

Fail 29 Oct 2013 68,557 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

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

O/S/R tryre perrished

Pass 29 Oct 2012 65,926 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 63,059 miles

drivers seat

Pass 28 Oct 2010 58,669 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 26 Oct 2009 54,465 miles

front tyres perished

Pass 23 Oct 2008 49,873 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2008 49,873 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)

Pass 25 Oct 2007 43,887 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 38,794 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 VLT is a 2001 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 VLT, 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 VLT registered?

MJ51 VLT is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 28 November 2001.

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The MOT history for MJ51 VLT shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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