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PJ51 SVE

2001 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2017
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

101,948 mi
Last recorded101,948 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2016
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ51 SVE
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2016 101,948 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak ()

Pass 8 Dec 2015 97,314 miles

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and offside front (D) (2.4.G.2)

Fail 8 Dec 2015 97,314 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and offside front (D) (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Dec 2014 92,953 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside rear tyre perished

Pass 11 Dec 2013 87,835 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Fail 11 Dec 2013 87,835 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Fail 20 Nov 2012 83,013 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear engine mount worn

Pass 20 Nov 2012 83,013 miles

rear engine mount worn

Pass 17 Dec 2011 78,984 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2011 78,984 miles

Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 3 Dec 2010 74,405 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2010 74,405 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Dec 2009 68,422 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 Dec 2008 58,000 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 18 Dec 2007 48,247 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2007 48,247 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Dec 2006 37,804 miles

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

Fail 17 Dec 2005 29,014 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 17 Dec 2005 29,014 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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PJ51 SVE is a 2001 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,390cc 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 PJ51 SVE, 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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PJ51 SVE is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 7 December 2001.

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