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MU51 UBZ

2001 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2022
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

67,397 mi
Last recorded67,397 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2021
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMU51 UBZ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2021 67,397 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 65,260 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 60,358 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2019 60,355 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle 55% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 20 Sep 2018 57,191 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2017 52,786 miles

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

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x2 ()

Fail 18 Sep 2017 52,786 miles

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

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x2 ()

Rear Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Pass 21 Sep 2016 48,281 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 44,021 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 38,587 miles

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

Fail 7 Aug 2013 34,899 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Rear anti-vibration bar corroded

Pass 7 Aug 2013 34,899 miles

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

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

Rear anti-vibration bar corroded

Pass 30 Jul 2012 31,766 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 30,565 miles

rear vibration bar, has corrosion.

Pass 3 Aug 2010 29,241 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 24,995 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 20,637 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 18,927 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 16,428 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2005 13,581 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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MU51 UBZ is a 2001 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 MU51 UBZ, 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 MU51 UBZ registered?

MU51 UBZ is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 14 September 2001.

Is MU51 UBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MU51 UBZ shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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