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X779 NPX

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2015
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

136,374 mi
Last recorded136,374 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2014
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX779 NPX
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2014 136,374 miles

exhaust corroding and slight leak

n/s front tyre worn on outer edge

slight play in drivers seat back

Fail 11 Nov 2014 136,374 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

exhaust corroding and slight leak

n/s front tyre worn on outer edge

slight play in drivers seat back

Pass 22 Nov 2013 129,340 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 13 Nov 2012 125,272 miles

Drivers seat back has some play

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 13 Nov 2012 125,272 miles

Drivers seat back has some play

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

Pass 31 Oct 2011 124,983 miles

Drivers seat back has some movement

Pass 8 Nov 2010 114,050 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 103,221 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2009 103,221 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

center exhaust box corroded.

drivers seat back lock mechanism worn.

Pass 10 Nov 2008 89,804 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 72,949 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 6 Jan 2007 54,404 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2006 56,399 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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X779 NPX is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 X779 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.

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What year was X779 NPX registered?

X779 NPX is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 24 January 2001.

Is X779 NPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for X779 NPX shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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