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MU51 UEW

2001 Renault Megane

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

97,056 mi
Last recorded97,056 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2016
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMU51 UEW
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2016 97,056 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 88,987 miles

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

Oil leak from rear of engine

Pass 29 Jul 2014 80,685 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2014

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

Pass 25 Jul 2013 71,687 miles

Gearbox mounting defective

noise from rear suspension suspect shocker top mounts

Pass 30 Jul 2012 62,579 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2012 62,579 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jul 2011 52,045 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2010 42,682 miles

front disc slightly worn

Pass 15 Jul 2009 30,856 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2008 27,604 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2008 27,602 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Sep 2007 23,457 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2007 23,434 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2006 19,047 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2006 19,047 miles

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

front wipers torn

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 UEW is a 2001 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 MU51 UEW, 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 MU51 UEW registered?

MU51 UEW is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 27 September 2001.

Is MU51 UEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for MU51 UEW shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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