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SG51 JFZ

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

94,210 mi
Last recorded94,210 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2016
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG51 JFZ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2016 94,210 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2016 94,210 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2014 90,054 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 84,754 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2013 84,754 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Aug 2012 83,012 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 79,740 miles

front brake discs corroded

small cuts on n/s front tyre sidewall

Fail 19 Jul 2011 79,738 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

front brake discs corroded

small cuts on n/s front tyre sidewall

Pass 22 Jul 2010 77,244 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 72,150 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 63,766 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 23 Aug 2007 54,606 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 44,595 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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SG51 JFZ is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver 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 SG51 JFZ, 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 SG51 JFZ registered?

SG51 JFZ is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is SG51 JFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG51 JFZ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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