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X386 UPJ

2001 Renault Megane

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

119,259 mi
Last recorded119,259 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2017
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX386 UPJ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2017 119,259 miles

nearside rear serviceb brake lower than offside

offside wash needs adjustment

Fail 16 Feb 2017 119,238 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread broken (6.3.4b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

nearside rear serviceb brake lower than offside

offside wash needs adjustment

Pass 15 Feb 2016 113,254 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2016 113,248 miles

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

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 16 Feb 2015 107,310 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 101,329 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 95,570 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2013 95,560 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)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 15 Feb 2012 90,084 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2011 83,008 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 75,018 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2010 75,898 miles

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

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 16 Feb 2009 68,766 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Feb 2008 61,515 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 53,552 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2006 42,035 miles

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

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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X386 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 75%.

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 X386 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 X386 UPJ registered?

X386 UPJ is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 22 January 2001.

Is X386 UPJ safe to buy?

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