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VN51 DDX

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2026
Tests34 (22 pass, 12 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

132,745 mi
Last recorded132,745 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2025
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN51 DDX
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

22 pass 12 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2025 132,745 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Mar 2025 132,743 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Trailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended tail light not working from tow bar socket (4.10 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2024 132,570 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 4 Apr 2024 132,570 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2023 132,130 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2023 132,130 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Apr 2022 131,462 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 130,359 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 130,010 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2020 130,010 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Mar 2019 129,840 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2019 129,840 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Mar 2018 129,327 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2018 129,327 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Mar 2017 128,672 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 125,719 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2016 125,719 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres fitted to all steerable axle are not of the same structure (4.1.A.2c)

Pass 9 Apr 2015 121,447 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2014 116,332 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

rear hand brake cabel suport cross beam rusty

Pass 9 Apr 2014 116,332 miles

rear hand brake cabel suport cross beam rusty

Pass 10 Apr 2013 111,237 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 105,279 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2011 99,640 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Mar 2011 99,640 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 94,292 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2010 94,292 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 3 Apr 2009 88,758 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2008 86,263 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 86,262 miles

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

Fail 12 Apr 2008 86,262 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Mar 2007 82,540 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)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 9 Mar 2007 82,540 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)

Pass 31 Jan 2006 72,183 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2006 72,175 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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VN51 DDX is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 34 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 VN51 DDX, 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 VN51 DDX registered?

VN51 DDX is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 6 November 2001.

Is VN51 DDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN51 DDX shows 34 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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