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X332 UPJ

2001 Renault Megane

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2015
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

121,855 mi
Last recorded121,855 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2014
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX332 UPJ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2014 121,855 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Outer Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 22 Aug 2014 121,855 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Outer Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2013 114,339 miles

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

center stop light not working

Fail 12 Jun 2013 114,339 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

center stop light not working

Pass 26 Jun 2012 107,212 miles

UNDERSIDE OF VEHICLE CORRODED

Fail 25 Jun 2012 107,211 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

UNDERSIDE OF VEHICLE CORRODED

Pass 28 Jun 2011 101,128 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2011 101,128 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc contaminated by grease (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2010 97,273 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 89,772 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2007 82,910 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2007 82,910 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 4 Jul 2006 70,598 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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X332 UPJ is a 2001 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 X332 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 X332 UPJ registered?

X332 UPJ is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 18 January 2001.

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