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RE51 UAZ

2001 Renault Megane

Grey Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2019
Tests21 (12 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

118,851 mi
Last recorded118,851 miles
Recorded on15 May 2018
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE51 UAZ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

12 pass 9 fail
Pass 15 May 2018 118,851 miles

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

smokey on idle bet test limits just met

Pass 31 May 2017 118,459 miles

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

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside mirror cracked

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

Fail 31 May 2017 118,459 miles

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

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside mirror cracked

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 2 Mar 2016 116,687 miles

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

back seats seat belts not checked due to child seats fitted

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

Fail 25 Feb 2016 116,657 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

back seats seat belts not checked due to child seats fitted

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 2 Mar 2015 112,525 miles

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

Oil leak

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

o/s wing mirror glass broken

Fail 2 Mar 2015 112,525 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Oil leak

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

o/s wing mirror glass broken

Fail 5 Feb 2014 102,195 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

drivers door mirror damaged

n/s/r tyre sidewall showing signs of cracking

o/s/f tyre getting low 3mm

Pass 5 Feb 2014 102,195 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

drivers door mirror damaged

n/s/r tyre sidewall showing signs of cracking

o/s/f tyre getting low 3mm

Pass 22 Feb 2013 93,009 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 83,835 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 29 Feb 2012 83,835 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Oct 2010 67,095 miles

child seat fitted n/s/r belt not touched

drivers mirror glass cracked

n/s/r tyre rubber under body protector

Pass 4 Nov 2009 55,455 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2009 55,455 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

near side washer delivery is poor

Pass 6 Nov 2008 46,176 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Fail 3 Nov 2008

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

Fail 29 Oct 2008 46,100 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2007 38,453 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 35,521 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2006 35,521 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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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RE51 UAZ is a 2001 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 RE51 UAZ, 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 RE51 UAZ registered?

RE51 UAZ is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 11 September 2001.

Is RE51 UAZ safe to buy?

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