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WJ51 RFO

2001 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2017
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

88,211 mi
Last recorded88,211 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2016
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ51 RFO
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2016 88,211 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2016 88,209 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Dec 2015 86,597 miles

damage to n/s/f tyre outer sidewall

Fail 1 Dec 2015 86,597 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

damage to n/s/f tyre outer sidewall

Pass 14 Nov 2014 81,890 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2013 77,173 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2013 77,173 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 26 Nov 2012 70,642 miles

N/S driveshaft boot/seal slight misting of oil

Fail 22 Nov 2012 70,592 miles

Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

N/S driveshaft boot/seal slight misting of oil

Pass 16 Nov 2011 63,572 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2011 63,572 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

both front wiper rubbers split

Pass 16 Nov 2010 55,127 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 50,438 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 46,568 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2008 46,568 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Nov 2007 44,700 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2006 42,637 miles

slight cracking to sidewall offside rear tyre

Pass 9 Dec 2005 40,827 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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 RFO is a 2001 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 WJ51 RFO, 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 RFO registered?

WJ51 RFO is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 10 October 2001.

Is WJ51 RFO safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJ51 RFO shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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