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NU51 DCX

2001 Renault Megane

Yellow Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2017
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

101,902 mi
Last recorded101,902 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2016
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU51 DCX
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2016 101,902 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Offside Front Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Fail 28 Jul 2015 100,200 miles

Front Body has slight displacement of the body relative to the chassis (6.1.B.1a)

Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

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

Pass 28 Jul 2015 100,200 miles

Front Body has slight displacement of the body relative to the chassis (6.1.B.1a)

Pass 16 Jul 2014 97,689 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 94,912 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2012 91,962 miles

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

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

offside rear wheel bearing slightly rough

Pass 28 Jul 2012 91,962 miles

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

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

offside rear wheel bearing slightly rough

Pass 19 Jul 2011 87,006 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 80,632 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 75,711 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 68,861 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2008 68,860 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2007 60,934 miles

engine missfire

Pass 11 Jul 2006 54,294 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2006 54,294 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Jul 2005 46,234 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 DCX is a 2001 Renault Megane in Yellow with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DCX, 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 DCX registered?

NU51 DCX is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 11 September 2001.

Is NU51 DCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for NU51 DCX shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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