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RJ51 PCY

2001 Renault Megane

Grey Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

132,000 mi
Last recorded132,000 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2013
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ51 PCY
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2013 132,000 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

nearside rear wheel bearing slightly noisy

Fail 14 Oct 2013 131,816 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Outer Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged (3.4.2)

Nearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

nearside rear wheel bearing slightly noisy

Pass 9 Nov 2012 124,313 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

incorrect radiator cap fitted

Fail 9 Nov 2012 124,312 miles

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

incorrect radiator cap fitted

Pass 19 Oct 2011 118,372 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2011 118,372 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2010 112,272 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

slight bind to front brake nearside

Pass 28 Oct 2009 105,724 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 99,594 miles

front brake discs corroded on inner working surface, advise replacement next time pads are replaced

Pass 6 Nov 2007 92,752 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2006 72,491 miles

O/S/R INNER WHEEL RIM SLIGHTLY BENT †O/S/F ANTI ROLL BAR RUBBER SPLIT AT BOTTOM ARM †FRONT BRAKE DISCS STARTING TO CORRODE †OIL LEAKS ON ENGINE UNDERSIDE †FRONT WIPER BLADES STARTING TO WEAR

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 PCY is a 2001 Renault Megane in Grey 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 PCY, 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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RJ51 PCY is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 19 October 2001.

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