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MJ51 XJW

2001 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1783cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

141,200 mi
Last recorded141,200 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2013
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ51 XJW
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,783cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2013 141,200 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2013 141,198 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

rear stabiliser bar corroded

Pass 27 Nov 2012 131,175 miles

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

centre brake light not working

Pass 2 Nov 2011 118,669 miles

rear stabiliser bar has completely deteriorated

Fail 1 Nov 2011 118,669 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)

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

rear stabiliser bar has completely deteriorated

Pass 29 Nov 2010 106,508 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.2c)

bar on underside of car across fuel tank corroded and broken in middle. not structural or tank support.

Pass 26 Nov 2009 94,030 miles

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)

rear bar across car is corroded

Pass 26 Nov 2008 82,581 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 28 Nov 2007 69,791 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 56,206 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 XJW is a 2001 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,783cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 XJW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MJ51 XJW registered?

MJ51 XJW is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 29 November 2001.

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