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PN51 VRR

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

91,390 mi
Last recorded91,390 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2017
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN51 VRR
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2017 91,390 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

lower engine mount rubber bush deteriorated resulting in movement

Fail 17 Mar 2017 91,390 miles

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

lower engine mount rubber bush deteriorated resulting in movement

Pass 22 Feb 2016 84,550 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2015 80,008 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 76,125 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2014 76,124 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2013 73,099 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 69,695 miles

n/s/r tyre worn

rear cross brace corroded

Fail 19 Mar 2011 61,656 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Mar 2011 61,656 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2010 52,751 miles

Rear lateral bar corroded under floorpan, non structural.

Fail 13 Mar 2010 52,751 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear lateral bar corroded under floorpan, non structural.

Pass 19 Mar 2009 44,230 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 31 Jul 2008 43,698 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 41,635 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2007 41,635 miles

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 13 Jul 2006 39,931 miles

both rear tyres have inner sidewalls starting to perish and crack

o/s/rear alloy buckled

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 VRR is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 VRR, 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 PN51 VRR registered?

PN51 VRR is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 17 September 2001.

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The MOT history for PN51 VRR shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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