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NU51 PXY

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

71,852 mi
Last recorded71,852 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2022
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU51 PXY
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2022 71,852 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Hazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2019 70,389 miles

Rear bar between rear axil mounts corroded but still intact

Pass 27 Apr 2018 70,066 miles

Rear ABS wire support bracket corroded

Fail 27 Apr 2018 70,066 miles

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

Rear ABS wire support bracket corroded

Pass 25 Nov 2016 67,308 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 64,308 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2015 64,297 miles

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

Fail 12 Nov 2014 62,211 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2014 62,211 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2013 59,918 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Nov 2012 57,047 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Nov 2012 57,047 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 55,062 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2010 53,539 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2009 51,786 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 48,888 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Dec 2007 45,941 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2007 45,857 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 43,727 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 PXY is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 PXY, 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 PXY registered?

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

Is NU51 PXY safe to buy?

The MOT history for NU51 PXY shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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