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NU51 PXW

2001 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2018
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

93,432 mi
Last recorded93,432 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2017
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2017 93,432 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2017 93,432 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 4 Aug 2015 91,628 miles

o/s/r tyre cracking between tread

Fail 4 Aug 2015 91,628 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

o/s/r tyre cracking between tread

Pass 11 Aug 2014 90,433 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 11 Aug 2014 90,433 miles

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

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

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 22 Jul 2013 89,144 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Jul 2013 89,144 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 87,765 miles

n/s washers would benefit from adjustment

Pass 20 Jul 2011 86,287 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2011 86,287 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

no tread on outer part of n/s/f tyre parts of rest of tread lessthan 3mm

recommend both front tyres to be replaced

tracking may need adjustment!!

tread low on outer edge of o/s/f tyre parts of rest of tread less than 3mm

Pass 9 Aug 2010 84,598 miles

no tread on outer edge of n/s/f tyre

tracking may need adjustment!

Pass 19 Aug 2009 82,576 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2009 82,576 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 4 Aug 2008 76,499 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 72,905 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2006 64,771 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2006 64,763 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 2 Nov 2005 51,869 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 PXW is a 2001 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 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 PXW, 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 PXW registered?

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

Is NU51 PXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for NU51 PXW shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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