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PJ51 SXL

2001 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

103,639 mi
Last recorded103,639 miles
Recorded on10 May 2016
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 May 2016 103,639 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

gearbox mounting worn

water leak

Fail 4 May 2016 103,626 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working with lights on (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

gearbox mounting worn

water leak

Pass 25 Mar 2015 93,651 miles

Engine slightly misfiring

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 20 Nov 2013 87,813 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2012 82,430 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 79,657 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2010 74,765 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 60,496 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2008 48,930 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2007 39,117 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 30,880 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 SXL is a 2001 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 PJ51 SXL, 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 PJ51 SXL registered?

PJ51 SXL is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 4 December 2001.

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