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RV51 JCO

2001 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2018
Tests23 (12 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate52.2%

Mileage

147,132 mi
Last recorded147,132 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2017
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV51 JCO
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 11 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2017 147,132 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view cracked (8.1.2a)

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

Fail 13 Feb 2017 147,132 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view cracked (8.1.2a)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Feb 2016 139,713 miles

Offside Front 1/4 damages d, but no sharp edges repaired and coverd with tape

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

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

Fail 11 Feb 2016 139,712 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar missing securing bracket missing (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick worn down to disc (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low due to damage (1.8)

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

Offside Front 1/4 damages d, but no sharp edges repaired and coverd with tape

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

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

Pass 11 Feb 2015 126,691 miles

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

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

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

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

Oil leak

rear wiper split

Fail 11 Feb 2015 126,688 miles

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

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

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

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

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

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

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

Oil leak

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear wiper split

Pass 11 Feb 2014 114,798 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2014 114,798 miles

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is deliberately modified which significantly reduces the original strength (2.4.A.3)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 12 Feb 2013 102,234 miles

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

Fail 12 Feb 2013 102,234 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jan 2012 95,782 miles

ANTI-VIBRATION LATERAL BAR CORRODED TO EXCESS

SRS LIGHT REMAINS ON

Fail 25 Jan 2012 95,782 miles

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

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

ANTI-VIBRATION LATERAL BAR CORRODED TO EXCESS

SRS LIGHT REMAINS ON

Pass 2 Feb 2011 89,383 miles

UNDER VEHICLE LATERAL CROSS BAR CORRODED

Fail 2 Feb 2011 89,383 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

UNDER VEHICLE LATERAL CROSS BAR CORRODED

Pass 1 Feb 2010 82,998 miles

rear crossmember under fuel tank corroded

Fail 30 Jan 2010 82,975 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

rear crossmember under fuel tank corroded

Pass 6 Feb 2009 75,493 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2009 75,493 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jan 2008 62,574 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2008 62,574 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Feb 2007 51,177 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2006 40,467 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2006 40,467 miles

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

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

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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RV51 JCO is a 2001 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.2%.

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 RV51 JCO, 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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RV51 JCO is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 21 September 2001.

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