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X239 UPJ

2001 Renault Megane

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2015
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

71,564 mi
Last recorded71,564 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2014
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX239 UPJ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2014 71,564 miles

o/s/f brake disc corroded + pitted

o/s/r wheel bearing noisy but not yet rough

rear lateral bar corroded

Fail 24 Feb 2014 71,545 miles

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged (3.4.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

o/s/f brake disc corroded + pitted

o/s/r wheel bearing noisy but not yet rough

rear lateral bar corroded

Pass 28 Feb 2013 68,798 miles

bonnet catch sticking

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

air bag light on

corrosion on inner face of o/s/f brake disc

o/s/r wheel bearing slightly noisy

Fail 28 Feb 2013 68,796 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

air bag light on

bonnet catch sticking

corrosion on inner face of o/s/f brake disc

o/s/r wheel bearing slightly noisy

Fail 9 Mar 2012 65,900 miles

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

air bag light on

both rear wheel bearings noisy but no roughness yet

o/s/f abs ring cracked

possible slight weep from around pipe joint at power steering pump

slight pitting on front brake discs

Pass 9 Mar 2012 65,900 miles

air bag light on

both rear wheel bearings noisy but no roughness yet

o/s/f abs ring cracked

possible slight weep from around pipe joint at power steering pump

slight pitting on front brake discs

Pass 11 Mar 2011 62,288 miles

air bag light on

screw in n/s/r tyre

slight noise from n/s/r wheel bearing

Pass 20 Mar 2010 56,521 miles

air bag light staying on

Pass 20 Mar 2009 48,914 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2009 48,914 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 20 Mar 2008 41,370 miles

air bag light staying on

Fail 20 Mar 2008 41,370 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

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

air bag light staying on

Pass 22 Mar 2007 35,784 miles

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

Fail 22 Mar 2007 35,784 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 3 Mar 2006 27,758 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2006 27,710 miles

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

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

20% IMBALANCE FRONT BRAKES

Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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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X239 UPJ is a 2001 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 X239 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 X239 UPJ registered?

X239 UPJ is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 15 January 2001.

Is X239 UPJ safe to buy?

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