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NJ51 VUG

2001 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

112,227 mi
Last recorded112,227 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2021
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ51 VUG
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2021 112,227 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 9 Sep 2020 109,686 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 10 Sep 2019 106,296 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 100,293 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 95,106 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2017 95,106 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2016 89,250 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 83,447 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 77,975 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 72,602 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 66,449 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 60,573 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 57,854 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 53,414 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 48,487 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2008

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 30 Aug 2007 44,279 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 38,886 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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NJ51 VUG is a 2001 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 NJ51 VUG, 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 NJ51 VUG registered?

NJ51 VUG is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 22 September 2001.

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The MOT history for NJ51 VUG shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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