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WN51 DCX

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

119,630 mi
Last recorded119,630 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2014
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWN51 DCX
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2014 119,630 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 25 Apr 2014 119,513 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

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

both rear tyers perished

Pass 7 May 2013 103,349 miles

needs tracking

o/s front tyre worn on the inner edge

o/s rear tyre worn on the inner edge and slightly perished

rear wiper rubber worn

reverse light inop

slight oil leak

small stone chip windscreen

Fail 7 May 2013 103,349 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

needs tracking

o/s front tyre worn on the inner edge

o/s rear tyre worn on the inner edge and slightly perished

rear wiper rubber worn

reverse light inop

slight oil leak

small stone chip windscreen

Pass 26 Jan 2012 91,281 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

centre seat belt been taken out

exhaust close to heatshield

n\s\f tyre has slight sidewall damage

o\s\r suspension is working but sounds noisey ( advise removal and inspection )

o\s\r tyre has a nail in the tread

slight oil leak from engine

tailgate button missing b ut can still be opened with key

Pass 3 Feb 2011 81,841 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2011 81,778 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Jan 2010 71,482 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2010 71,427 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 19 Jan 2009 93,505 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 88,849 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 19 Jan 2007 85,161 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2006 82,820 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2006 82,817 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.D.1d)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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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WN51 DCX is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 WN51 DCX, 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 WN51 DCX registered?

WN51 DCX is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 5 October 2001.

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