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WJ51 XVK

2001 Renault Megane

Blue Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

158,866 mi
Last recorded158,866 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2014
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ51 XVK
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2014 158,866 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

both rear axel bushes deteriorated

Pass 13 Feb 2013 153,616 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

o/s/r wheel bearing slightly noisey

slight play in both rear axel bushes

Pass 17 Feb 2012 143,280 miles

Nearside Outer Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

both rear axel bushes poor

front number plate poor

Pass 12 Jan 2011 135,403 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 12 Jan 2011 135,403 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 18 Jan 2010 122,581 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 107,603 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2008 91,318 miles

rear number plate poor

Pass 8 Jan 2007 76,449 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2005 63,807 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Registration plate lamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.5e)

Pass 18 Nov 2005 63,807 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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WJ51 XVK is a 2001 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 XVK, 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 WJ51 XVK registered?

WJ51 XVK is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 14 September 2001.

Is WJ51 XVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJ51 XVK shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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