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NU51 PYY

2001 Renault Megane

Red Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2022
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

135,665 mi
Last recorded135,665 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2021
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2021 135,665 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 19 Nov 2021 135,665 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Oct 2020 124,635 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 15 Oct 2020 124,635 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Dec 2019 119,588 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2018 113,354 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 4 Dec 2018 113,354 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Nov 2017 111,573 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2016 108,226 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Low and out of shape (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Low and out of shape (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Undertrays fitted

Pass 4 Dec 2015 102,028 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2014 96,322 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 90,556 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2012 84,322 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 76,183 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2010 67,544 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 60,388 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 51,626 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 42,645 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2007 42,535 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2006 35,088 miles

both front tyres inner edges wearing

Pass 22 Nov 2005 26,922 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2005 26,922 miles

brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

rear brake discs worn

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 PYY is a 2001 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 PYY, 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 PYY registered?

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

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