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NX51 YXK

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2021
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

139,179 mi
Last recorded139,179 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2020
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNX51 YXK
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2020 139,179 miles

Coolant level low.

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both 'd' bushes perishing. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Coil spring corroded Both. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 4 Dec 2019 136,229 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2018 131,455 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2017 126,952 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2016 121,694 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2015 117,667 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2014 111,499 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 16 Dec 2014 111,499 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2013 104,115 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2013 95,068 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 85,767 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear engine mount slightly deteriorated

o/s front tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 4 Jan 2011 76,033 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Fail 8 Jan 2010 63,625 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2010 63,625 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 63,377 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2008 57,085 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Sep 2008 57,085 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 50,936 miles

Offside Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 21 Sep 2006 45,731 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2005 39,962 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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NX51 YXK is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 NX51 YXK, 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 NX51 YXK registered?

NX51 YXK is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 26 September 2001.

Is NX51 YXK safe to buy?

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