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X873 WJT

2001 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

91,169 mi
Last recorded91,169 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2014
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX873 WJT
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2014 91,169 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2013 84,692 miles

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

Fail 24 Jan 2012 79,009 miles

N/S/R Tyre tread just acceptable

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Rear gearbox mount perishing

Rear wiper blade split

Slight damage to N/S/F Inner wheel

Pass 24 Jan 2012 79,009 miles

N/S/R Tyre tread just acceptable

Rear gearbox mount perishing

Rear wiper blade split

Slight damage to N/S/F Inner wheel

Pass 28 Jan 2011 73,288 miles

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

Fail 27 Jan 2011 73,288 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)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Coolant leak

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

Pass 6 Feb 2010 64,594 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2009 55,508 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 49,230 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007 42,557 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2006 34,384 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing (2.6.1)

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

Fail 28 Jan 2006 34,331 miles

Offside Outer Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing (2.6.1)

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

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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X873 WJT is a 2001 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 X873 WJT, 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 X873 WJT registered?

X873 WJT is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 13 February 2001.

Is X873 WJT safe to buy?

The MOT history for X873 WJT shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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