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X209 UPJ

2001 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2015
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

77,271 mi
Last recorded77,271 miles
Recorded on24 Dec 2014
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX209 UPJ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Dec 2014 77,271 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 24 Feb 2014 75,393 miles

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

rear bracket corroding

Fail 24 Feb 2014 75,393 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

rear bracket corroding

Pass 28 Feb 2013 71,108 miles

rear support bracket corroded

Fail 28 Feb 2013 71,108 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

rear support bracket corroded

Pass 29 Feb 2012 68,200 miles

rear panel slightly corroded

Fail 29 Feb 2012 68,200 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

rear panel slightly corroded

Pass 28 Feb 2011 63,359 miles

Both front tyres worn low

Pass 24 Feb 2010 59,184 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 54,987 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2009 54,979 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2008 49,442 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 61,912 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 36,795 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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X209 UPJ is a 2001 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 X209 UPJ, 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 X209 UPJ registered?

X209 UPJ is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 16 January 2001.

Is X209 UPJ safe to buy?

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