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RJ51 PFU

2001 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

131,533 mi
Last recorded131,533 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2013
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ51 PFU
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2013 131,533 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 122,053 miles

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

Fail 22 Feb 2012

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

Rear Anti-roll bar worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 2 Aug 2010 104,579 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 81,489 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2008 59,586 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2007 50,843 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)

Pass 13 Feb 2006 40,150 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 PFU is a 2001 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,870cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 PFU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RJ51 PFU registered?

RJ51 PFU is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 29 October 2001.

Is RJ51 PFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ51 PFU shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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