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RA51 PYX

2001 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2019
Tests22 (13 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate59.1%

Mileage

84,058 mi
Last recorded84,058 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2018
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA51 PYX
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 9 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2018 84,058 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Fail 6 Nov 2018 84,051 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 7 Nov 2017 82,956 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Rear wind deflector corrded

Fail 7 Nov 2017 82,956 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Rear wind deflector corrded

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Nov 2016 81,702 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Rear wind deflector corroded

Pass 9 Nov 2015 80,671 miles

ns wing mirror glass damaged

Fail 2 Nov 2015 80,665 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2) DANGEROUS

ns wing mirror glass damaged

Pass 24 Oct 2014 78,509 miles

drivers seat loose

wing refletcive corroded

Fail 24 Oct 2014 78,509 miles

wing refletcive corroded

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

drivers seat loose

Pass 31 Oct 2013 75,704 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Fail 31 Oct 2013 75,700 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Oct 2012 72,924 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 27 Oct 2012 72,921 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2) DANGEROUS

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 28 Oct 2011 69,435 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2011 69,443 miles

Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

both no plates starting to delaminate

nearside front tyre wearing low on outer edge

Pass 27 Oct 2010 65,350 miles

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

Fail 27 Oct 2009 61,595 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Oct 2009 61,595 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Pass 20 Oct 2008 58,329 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)

Fail 24 Oct 2007 54,896 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Oct 2007 54,896 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 51,139 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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RA51 PYX is a 2001 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 59.1%.

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 RA51 PYX, 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 RA51 PYX registered?

RA51 PYX is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 19 November 2001.

Is RA51 PYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA51 PYX shows 22 tests with a 59.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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