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PN51 PGU

2001 Renault Megane

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2017
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

81,309 mi
Last recorded81,309 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2016
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN51 PGU
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2016 81,309 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2016 81,309 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Oct 2015 76,570 miles

CHILD SEATS FITTED

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

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

Pass 9 Oct 2014 72,446 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 26 Aug 2014 72,163 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2013 70,072 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 67,479 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2012 67,230 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 15 Aug 2012 67,230 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 59,237 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 50,597 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 42,007 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Jan 2009 40,776 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2008 38,630 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2007 36,778 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2007 36,785 miles

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

Rear Tie bar/rod corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 18 Jan 2006 34,143 miles

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

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

nail in tyre

nail in tyre

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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PN51 PGU is a 2001 Renault Megane in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 PN51 PGU, 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 PN51 PGU registered?

PN51 PGU is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 4 October 2001.

Is PN51 PGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for PN51 PGU shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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