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RJ51 HGC

2001 Renault Megane

Red Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

138,220 mi
Last recorded138,220 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2013
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ51 HGC
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2013 138,220 miles

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

Fail 10 Sep 2012 129,555 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Suspension lateral bar corroded on rear axle

Pass 10 Sep 2012 129,555 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Suspension lateral bar corroded on rear axle

Pass 1 Sep 2011 118,995 miles

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

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

o/s/r wheel bearing noisy

Pass 8 Sep 2010 110,110 miles

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

front discs worn

Pass 9 Sep 2009 100,984 miles

Front brake discs becoming corroded

Fail 9 Sep 2009 100,984 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Front brake discs becoming corroded

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

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

Pass 20 Aug 2008 93,579 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 82,374 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2007 82,374 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 5 Sep 2006 69,474 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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RJ51 HGC is a 2001 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 RJ51 HGC, 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 RJ51 HGC registered?

RJ51 HGC is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 30 November 2001.

Is RJ51 HGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ51 HGC shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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