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MJ51 VRT

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ51 VRT
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2012

front and rear brake discs are corroded

rear pads low

Pass 21 Aug 2010 65,816 miles

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

front pads and discs slightly worn

Pass 30 Jun 2009 132,990 miles

Near side front fog lamp not working.

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Oil leak.

Rear brake discs worn thin.

Rear brake pads worn thin.

Fail 30 Jun 2009 132,990 miles

Near side front fog lamp not working.

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Oil leak.

Rear brake discs worn thin.

Rear brake pads worn thin.

Pass 26 Jun 2008 121,072 miles

FRONT TYRES WORN ON INNER EDGE

Fail 25 Jun 2008 121,072 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a) DANGEROUS

FRONT TYRES WORN ON INNER EDGE

Pass 15 Jun 2007 111,321 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 28 Jun 2006 101,635 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 VRT is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VRT, 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 VRT registered?

MJ51 VRT is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 30 November 2001.

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