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NU51 ADV

2001 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2023
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

71,345 mi
Last recorded71,345 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2023
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU51 ADV
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Fail 10 Feb 2023 71,345 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Sub-frame has a fracture which is likely to adversely affect braking or steering (6.1.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

unable to open tailgate from outside

Pass 19 Jan 2022 68,249 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2022 68,246 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Apr 2021 67,341 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Dec 2019 65,954 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2018 64,176 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2018 61,827 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2016 60,429 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2016 60,428 miles

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 23 Dec 2015 58,066 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2015

Nearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Pass 12 Jan 2015 56,447 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 53,526 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2014 53,524 miles

Inner Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

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

Pass 14 Jan 2013 51,385 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 48,260 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 44,798 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 17 Jan 2011 44,798 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 18 Jan 2010 39,840 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2009 35,823 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 32,258 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 29,138 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2006 29,138 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Pass 6 Dec 2005 22,767 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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NU51 ADV is a 2001 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 NU51 ADV, 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 NU51 ADV registered?

NU51 ADV is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 18 September 2001.

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