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RX51 OLJ

2001 Renault Megane

Yellow Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

111,460 mi
Last recorded111,460 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2018
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX51 OLJ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2018 111,460 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2017 107,163 miles

Offside Rear has small cracks

Pass 2 Oct 2015 89,559 miles

nearside front anti roll bar bush deteriorating

Fail 2 Oct 2015 89,559 miles

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

nearside front anti roll bar bush deteriorating

Pass 3 Oct 2014 75,945 miles

some wear to edges of nearside front tyre

Pass 4 Oct 2013 65,559 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 57,777 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2012 57,769 miles

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

Fail 8 Oct 2011 50,364 miles

Both front tyres worn on edges

Both windscreen wiper blades deteriorated

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Oct 2011 50,364 miles

Both front tyres worn on edges

Both windscreen wiper blades deteriorated

Pass 5 Oct 2010 39,160 miles

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

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)

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nearside front tyre, worn on edges

Pass 15 Sep 2009 32,059 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 29,712 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Oct 2007 25,980 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 23,935 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 OLJ is a 2001 Renault Megane in Yellow with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 OLJ, 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 RX51 OLJ registered?

RX51 OLJ is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 10 September 2001.

Is RX51 OLJ safe to buy?

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