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Y141 JAT

2001 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2016
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

87,282 mi
Last recorded87,282 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2015
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY141 JAT
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2015 87,282 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 82,324 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2014 82,324 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 10 Jun 2013 77,094 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 29 May 2012 72,468 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 68,208 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2011 68,208 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2010 64,363 miles

lower longitudinal engine mounting worn

Pass 8 Jun 2009 59,364 miles

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

Fail 8 Jun 2009 59,364 miles

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 9 Jun 2008 54,729 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 50,471 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 46,847 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2005 43,087 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2005 43,087 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

nail in tyre

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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Y141 JAT is a 2001 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 Y141 JAT, 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 Y141 JAT registered?

Y141 JAT is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 7 June 2001.

Is Y141 JAT safe to buy?

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