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RX51 KWJ

2001 Renault Megane

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2021
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

66,201 mi
Last recorded66,201 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2020
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX51 KWJ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2020 66,201 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive both gearbox seal seeping oil, should replace. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

thermostat housing seeping cooling,should replace.

Pass 31 Jan 2019 61,476 miles

Nearside Front gearbox seal seeping oil.

air bag light on and off during test.

bothside front indicators bulb replaced, pass repair side.

bothside front tyres shoulders badly worn ,marginal pass,should replace a.s.a.p.

thermostat housing leak cooling.

Pass 29 Jan 2018 55,968 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2017 49,066 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)

Fail 4 Feb 2017 49,066 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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 16 Mar 2016 44,592 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2016 44,528 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 17 Mar 2015 37,236 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 37,215 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 35,659 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 34,161 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 32,610 miles

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

offside rear wheel bearing noisey

Pass 26 Mar 2010 30,847 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2010 30,841 miles

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 3 Sep 2008 27,103 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2007 25,323 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 23,742 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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RX51 KWJ is a 2001 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 RX51 KWJ, 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 RX51 KWJ registered?

RX51 KWJ is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is RX51 KWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX51 KWJ shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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