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X983 UPJ

2001 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

70,917 mi
Last recorded70,917 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2017
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX983 UPJ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2017 70,917 miles

General Underbody Component Corrosion

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt Slight Leak (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Jul 2016 65,172 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 57,876 miles

Nearside Front Anti roll bar D bush perished

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Anti toll bar D bush perished

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Pass 20 Aug 2014 55,592 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 51,817 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

o/s/r tyre perishing

Fail 16 Aug 2013 50,953 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2013 50,953 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 48,825 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2011 46,325 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 Aug 2011 46,325 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 42,404 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 39,190 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 34,931 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 31,559 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 28,227 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2006 28,227 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

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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X983 UPJ is a 2001 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 X983 UPJ, 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 X983 UPJ registered?

X983 UPJ is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 6 February 2001.

Is X983 UPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for X983 UPJ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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