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X852 JLC

2001 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

55,599 mi
Last recorded55,599 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2019
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX852 JLC
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2019 55,599 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2018 54,625 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2018 54,625 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Dec 2017 53,569 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2017 53,569 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Dec 2016 52,116 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 50,471 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2014 48,544 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2013 46,529 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2012 44,413 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2011 42,313 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2010 39,979 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 37,321 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 34,391 miles

Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

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

Fail 5 Dec 2008 34,198 miles

Front Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

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

Pass 17 Dec 2007 31,591 miles

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

front wiper blade smearing on windsrceen slightly

Fail 7 Dec 2006 28,414 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Dec 2006 28,414 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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X852 JLC is a 2001 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 X852 JLC, 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 X852 JLC registered?

X852 JLC is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 12 January 2001.

Is X852 JLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for X852 JLC shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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