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X179 JJA

2001 Renault Megane

Yellow Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2014
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

114,682 mi
Last recorded114,682 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2013
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX179 JJA
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2013 114,682 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2013 114,682 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Oct 2012 107,816 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 3 Oct 2011 94,095 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 30 Sep 2011 93,949 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Offside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 2 Oct 2010 77,042 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 70,023 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 2 Sep 2008 57,778 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2008 57,778 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 29 Aug 2007 45,612 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2007 45,612 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 27 Feb 2007 44,616 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2007 44,616 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 2 Mar 2006 38,731 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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X179 JJA is a 2001 Renault Megane in Yellow with a 1,598cc 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 X179 JJA, 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 X179 JJA registered?

X179 JJA is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 31 January 2001.

Is X179 JJA safe to buy?

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