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NU51 DUV

2001 Renault Megane

Blue Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2013
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

162,411 mi
Last recorded162,411 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2012
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU51 DUV
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2012 162,411 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2012 162,411 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Aug 2011 153,635 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2011 153,635 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2010 142,811 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009
Pass 11 Aug 2008 117,344 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 103,016 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 82,963 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2005 66,061 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 DUV is a 2001 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DUV, 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 DUV registered?

NU51 DUV is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 14 September 2001.

Is NU51 DUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for NU51 DUV shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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