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WJ51 RDU

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2014
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

97,144 mi
Last recorded97,144 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2013
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ51 RDU
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2013 97,144 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 96,510 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 91,390 miles

Front Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Nail in offside front tyre

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

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

Pass 25 Mar 2010 87,576 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 82,607 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 82,534 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Fail 8 Sep 2008 82,534 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 1 Sep 2007 78,362 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2007 78,360 miles

Centre Rear Tie bar/rod corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 27 Jul 2006 70,783 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 28 Jun 2005 60,853 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2005 60,853 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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WJ51 RDU is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 WJ51 RDU, 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 WJ51 RDU registered?

WJ51 RDU is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is WJ51 RDU safe to buy?

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