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AJ02 BGX

2002 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2020
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

120,991 mi
Last recorded120,991 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2019
Typical for 2002 Renault Megane67,437 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ02 BGX
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2019 120,991 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear brace corroded away

Pass 22 Oct 2018 118,274 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 115,050 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2017 114,993 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Oct 2016 111,302 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 107,329 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 103,024 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 98,485 miles

Nearside front brake has slight bind.

Pass 8 Oct 2012 93,461 miles

Gearbox mounting defective

Pass 17 Oct 2011 88,898 miles

nearside front tyre is getting close to limit on outer edge

Fail 22 Oct 2010 84,250 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 22 Oct 2010 84,250 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 79,206 miles

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

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 5 Sep 2008 73,228 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2008 73,228 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2007 64,479 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 52,287 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 50,912 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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AJ02 BGX is a 2002 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2002 Renault Megane models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 67,437 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 AJ02 BGX, 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 24 years old, this Renault Megane is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AJ02 BGX registered?

AJ02 BGX is a 2002 Renault Megane, first registered on 24 May 2002.

Is AJ02 BGX safe to buy?

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