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SD51 RJX

2001 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

49,161 mi
Last recorded49,161 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2016
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD51 RJX
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2016 49,161 miles

Engine light illuminated

Nearside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Rear body stabiliser corroded

Pass 30 Jun 2015 47,121 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

bodywork damaged on f/n/s but no sharp edges

Fail 30 Jun 2015 47,118 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Side repeater excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

bodywork damaged on f/n/s but no sharp edges

Pass 22 Jul 2014 45,054 miles

offside rear tyre starting to crack

Pass 1 Jul 2013 43,005 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

deep cracking on both rear tyres but not down to cords

Fail 1 Jul 2013 43,005 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

deep cracking on both rear tyres but not down to cords

Pass 20 Jul 2012 40,868 miles

Rear suspension stabilizer bar corroding

Fail 20 Jul 2012 40,867 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Rear suspension stabilizer bar corroding

Pass 19 Jul 2011 38,921 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 37,141 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 35,565 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

both rear tyre's perished

n/s/f tyre perished

Pass 23 Jul 2008 33,867 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 32,134 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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SD51 RJX is a 2001 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 SD51 RJX, 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 SD51 RJX registered?

SD51 RJX is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 19 October 2001.

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