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NU51 DXF

2001 Renault Megane

Red Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

128,705 mi
Last recorded128,705 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2014
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU51 DXF
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2014 128,705 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2013 121,703 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 27 Jan 2012 116,584 miles

n/s front inner tread badly worn and surface cut on wall

Fail 25 Jan 2012 116,584 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

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

n/s front inner tread badly worn and surface cut on wall

Pass 6 Oct 2010 107,140 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 100,349 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2009 100,342 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Pass 15 Oct 2008 92,902 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 18 Oct 2007 86,473 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2007 86,473 miles

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

Fail 28 Sep 2007 86,462 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 27 Sep 2006 77,714 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2005 68,947 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 DXF is a 2001 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 DXF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NU51 DXF registered?

NU51 DXF is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 19 September 2001.

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