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X862 NPX

2001 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1783cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2014
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

108,942 mi
Last recorded108,942 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2013
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX862 NPX
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,783cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2013 108,942 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2012 104,827 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 98,734 miles

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

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 14 Nov 2011 98,730 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivots or their associated mountings are insecure (3.1.4b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 12 Nov 2010 87,539 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

o/s/r tyre wearing inner outer edges close to limit/has cut dont look to cords

Pass 13 Nov 2009 73,747 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2008 57,834 miles

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 10 Dec 2008 57,834 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber detached (2.7.2b)

brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 18 Dec 2007 53,515 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2006 44,118 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2005 32,779 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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X862 NPX is a 2001 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,783cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 X862 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 X862 NPX registered?

X862 NPX is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 24 January 2001.

Is X862 NPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for X862 NPX shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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