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X281 JPO

2001 Renault Megane

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2017
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

64,402 mi
Last recorded64,402 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2016
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX281 JPO
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2016 64,402 miles

Central Rear Lower engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

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)

Oil leak ()

Pass 22 Dec 2016 64,394 miles

Central Rear Lower engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

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)

Oil leak ()

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs corroded (3.5.1i)

tyre size 185 / 60 / 15

Fail 22 Dec 2016 64,394 miles

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

front brake excessively fluctuating both sides (3.7.B.3)

Central Rear Lower engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

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)

Oil leak ()

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs corroded (3.5.1i)

tyre size 185 / 60 / 15

Pass 21 Dec 2015 62,501 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Dec 2014 61,050 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2014 61,050 miles

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

Pass 23 Dec 2013 59,086 miles

slight run out on front brakes

Fail 23 Dec 2013 59,086 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

slight run out on front brakes

Pass 21 Dec 2012 56,978 miles

slight run out on front brakes

Pass 21 Dec 2011 55,109 miles

o/s/f tyre on limit

bulkhead rusty

Fail 21 Dec 2011 55,109 miles

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

bulkhead rusty

o/s/f tyre on limit

Pass 22 Dec 2010 53,275 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2010 53,275 miles

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

Nearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front discs slightly worn & scored

Pass 23 Dec 2009 51,495 miles

front brakes only just met the front brake imbalance requirements.

Fail 23 Dec 2009 51,495 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 22 Dec 2008 49,745 miles

chips in screen

damage to nearside front wing

Fail 22 Dec 2008 49,745 miles

Nearside Side repeater incomplete (1.5.A1b)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

chips in screen

damage to nearside front wing

Pass 27 Nov 2007 47,408 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2007 47,408 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 21 Nov 2006 44,008 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2005 36,830 miles

Low output at screen wash

Rear tyres show cracking at tread to sidewalls

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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X281 JPO is a 2001 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 X281 JPO, 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 X281 JPO registered?

X281 JPO is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 11 January 2001.

Is X281 JPO safe to buy?

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