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NU51 PXT

2001 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2017
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

119,730 mi
Last recorded119,730 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2016
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2016 119,730 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Nov 2016 119,729 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged abs ring broken (3.4.2)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2015 111,398 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

both rear tyres cracking on sidewalls

Fail 2 Nov 2015 111,398 miles

Centre Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking flexi hose (3.6.A.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

both rear tyres cracking on sidewalls

Pass 4 Nov 2014 109,968 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2014 103,968 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 5 Nov 2013 96,343 miles

gearbox leaking oil

offside rear wheel bearing noisey

Fail 29 Oct 2013 96,340 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

gearbox leaking oil

offside rear wheel bearing noisey

Pass 2 Nov 2012 89,206 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 81,588 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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)

front brake disks corroded and worn

Fail 1 Nov 2011 81,587 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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)

front brake disks corroded and worn

Pass 29 Oct 2010 73,572 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 65,849 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 47,519 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

check wheel alignment ref uneven front tyre wear

n/s/f fog lamp in-op

Pass 1 Nov 2007 29,570 miles

offside front brake flexi hose has signs of chafing, cause of chafing has been repaired, chafing not excessive

Pass 8 Oct 2007 29,482 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2006 25,999 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 PXT is a 2001 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 PXT, 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 PXT registered?

NU51 PXT is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 7 December 2001.

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