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X527 NPX

2001 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1783cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2023
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

94,629 mi
Last recorded94,629 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2022
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX527 NPX
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,783cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2022 94,629 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2022 93,230 miles

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

Fail 10 Jan 2022 93,230 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 5 Jan 2021 91,906 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Jan 2021 91,906 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2020 90,898 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2020 90,880 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.5.4 (b))

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour faded white (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 Jan 2019 88,159 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Jan 2019 88,159 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2017 83,863 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both rear brakes binding slightly

Pass 14 Jul 2016 80,985 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2016 80,980 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2015 78,205 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2015 76,422 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 Jan 2014 71,927 miles

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

Fail 14 Jan 2014 71,927 miles

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

Rear Torque/reaction arm seriously weakened by corrosion (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 3 Jan 2013 66,876 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2013 66,876 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Pass 11 Jan 2012 61,711 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 58,957 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2010 53,379 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2009 45,811 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 41,389 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2007 36,796 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2006 33,966 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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X527 NPX is a 2001 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,783cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 X527 NPX, 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 X527 NPX registered?

X527 NPX is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 22 January 2001.

Is X527 NPX safe to buy?

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