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OV51 ZZJ

2001 Renault Megane

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests28 (21 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

114,947 mi
Last recorded114,947 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV51 ZZJ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

21 pass 7 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 114,947 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 25 Nov 2024 110,848 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 Nov 2023 107,441 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 16 Nov 2022 103,539 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slightly corroded (pipe along axle and into wheel cylinder) (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 16 Nov 2022 103,539 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake cable damaged Cable broken (1.1.15 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slightly corroded (pipe along axle and into wheel cylinder) (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 Nov 2021 98,911 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2021 98,911 miles

Rear Vehicle structure strengthening plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced cross member (6.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases clamp blow (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Nov 2020 94,822 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 18 Nov 2019 91,534 miles

rear stabiliser bar slightly corroded

Fail 18 Nov 2019 91,534 miles

rear stabiliser bar slightly corroded

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Nov 2018 86,652 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2017 80,373 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 8 Nov 2017 80,205 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Lower engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 14 Nov 2016 76,021 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2016 76,021 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Nov 2015 72,033 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 67,710 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 62,549 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 58,321 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 53,398 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2011 53,390 miles

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

rear crossmember corroded

rear tyres perrished

Pass 17 Nov 2010 46,990 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 40,222 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 32,947 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 25,974 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2007 25,974 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Nov 2006 18,622 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2005 12,237 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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OV51 ZZJ is a 2001 Renault Megane in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 OV51 ZZJ, 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 OV51 ZZJ registered?

OV51 ZZJ is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 30 November 2001.

Is OV51 ZZJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV51 ZZJ shows 28 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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