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ND51 MZU

2001 Renault Megane

Green Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2018
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

41,875 mi
Last recorded41,875 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2017
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationND51 MZU
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2017 41,875 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 38,978 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2016 38,971 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 17 Sep 2015 36,349 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2015 36,349 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

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

Pass 30 Sep 2014 34,233 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2014 34,233 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Pass 24 Sep 2013 32,572 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2013 32,569 miles

Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

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

Offside Outer Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged (3.4.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 29 Sep 2012 31,307 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 21 Sep 2011 29,795 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2010 27,555 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 20 Sep 2010 27,555 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 25,890 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 24,639 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)

Fail 1 Oct 2007 22,999 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 1 Oct 2007 22,999 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2006 21,243 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 2 Oct 2006 21,243 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2005 19,459 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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ND51 MZU is a 2001 Renault Megane in Green with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ND51 MZU, 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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ND51 MZU is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 24 October 2001.

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