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X417 UPJ

2001 Renault Megane

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests24 (22 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

111,657 mi
Last recorded111,657 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX417 UPJ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

22 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 111,657 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2026 111,606 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

corrosion across underbody and components

Pass 21 Jan 2025 111,510 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre (6.1.2 (a))

Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel both sides (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2024 111,487 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced corrosion across underbody and components (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Jan 2023 111,399 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Jan 2022 111,255 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2021 111,129 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2021 111,129 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2020 111,058 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2019 110,123 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 107,890 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 105,967 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2016 102,075 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 98,112 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 93,935 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 89,614 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2013 89,612 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Jan 2012 81,311 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2011 73,955 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 67,320 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2009 59,471 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 51,083 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 42,891 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2006 35,040 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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X417 UPJ is a 2001 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 X417 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X417 UPJ registered?

X417 UPJ is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 23 January 2001.

Is X417 UPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for X417 UPJ shows 24 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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