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NU51 DHD

2001 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2014
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

140,480 mi
Last recorded140,480 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2013
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU51 DHD
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2013 140,480 miles

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

rad leaking and damaged

rear support bar rusted/broken

clutch slipping badly

Fail 18 Sep 2013 140,479 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

rad leaking and damaged

rear support bar rusted/broken

clutch slipping badly

Pass 18 Sep 2012 129,897 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2012 129,896 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 13 Sep 2011 121,144 miles

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

offside rear door does not open

Fail 13 Sep 2011 121,136 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

offside rear door does not open

Pass 17 Sep 2010 109,110 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2010 109,108 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 15 Sep 2009 96,486 miles

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

both front tyres between 1.6-2mm advise replacement asap

rear suspension brace corroded

Pass 22 Sep 2008 85,697 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

clutch slipping

Fail 19 Sep 2008 85,634 miles

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

clutch slipping

Pass 21 Sep 2007 75,687 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 63,579 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2006 63,579 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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 DHD is a 2001 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 NU51 DHD, 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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NU51 DHD is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 12 September 2001.

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