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NU51 ECV

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2021
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

90,003 mi
Last recorded90,003 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2020
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU51 ECV
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2020 90,003 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Jan 2020 90,000 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2018 86,654 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt 2 chid seats ()

general under body rust

Fail 15 Nov 2018 86,654 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt 2 chid seats ()

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

general under body rust

Pass 26 Sep 2017 77,210 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 74,397 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 70,728 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2015 70,723 miles

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

nearside rear brake binding recommend early attention

rear crossmember heavily corroded [not mot item]

Fail 17 Sep 2014 67,196 miles

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

rear brakes binding recomend early attention

Pass 17 Sep 2014 67,196 miles

rear brakes binding recomend early attention

Pass 18 Sep 2013 64,068 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 60,960 miles

front discs poor /pads appear low recomend wheels off inspection

offside fron t seat belt slightly frayed

Pass 14 Sep 2011 57,591 miles

offside front seat belt starting to fray

play at nearside front anti roll bar link bush on legal limit recomend renewal

Pass 22 Sep 2010 54,337 miles

some play at nearside front anti roll bar /lower arm bush

Pass 23 Sep 2009 49,842 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2009 49,842 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2008 45,776 miles

nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 21 Sep 2007 40,536 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 35,375 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 ECV is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 ECV, 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 ECV registered?

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

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