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X401 NTP

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

94,809 mi
Last recorded94,809 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2014
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX401 NTP
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2014 94,809 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2014 94,751 miles

Exhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (7.3.A.2b)

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 27 Apr 2013 91,446 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2013 91,446 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2012 86,230 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2011 82,565 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2010 78,963 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

Pass 28 Mar 2010 78,963 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 2 Apr 2009 72,927 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

advise oil on nearside hub assembly and brakes

Fail 2 Apr 2009 72,926 miles

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

advise oil on nearside hub assembly and brakes

Fail 2 Apr 2008 64,853 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 2 Apr 2008 64,853 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 55,087 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2006 45,817 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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X401 NTP is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 X401 NTP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of X401 NTP?

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What year was X401 NTP registered?

X401 NTP is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 29 January 2001.

Is X401 NTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for X401 NTP shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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