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X459 JVN

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2021
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

98,984 mi
Last recorded98,984 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2020
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX459 JVN
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2020 98,984 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2018 98,767 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material FRONTS TO REARS (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Oct 2017 98,757 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2017 98,748 miles

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

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

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

engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Pass 12 Sep 2016 98,734 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Gearbox mounting defective ()

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 8 Jul 2015 98,692 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2015 98,678 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 15 Mar 2014 82,124 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 67,764 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2011 67,090 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2010 65,549 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2010 65,545 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 11 Dec 2009 59,309 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2009 59,309 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Dec 2008 52,736 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2008 52,736 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 10 Dec 2007 46,423 miles

front mumber plate cracked

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Dec 2007 46,423 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front mumber plate cracked

Pass 9 Dec 2006 39,512 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2005 32,655 miles

offside front tyre low on tread

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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X459 JVN is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 X459 JVN, 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 X459 JVN registered?

X459 JVN is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 15 February 2001.

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