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AJ52 HJF

2002 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

155,446 mi
Last recorded155,446 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Renault Megane67,437 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ52 HJF
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 155,446 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2024 150,446 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2024 150,446 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 6 Nov 2023 145,271 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2022 140,846 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2021 136,738 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2021 136,738 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 Oct 2020 133,428 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2019 129,880 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2019 129,880 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Nov 2018 123,515 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 116,899 miles

Nearside front foglamp lens broken

Offside front ABS sensor ring deteriorated

Slight noise from nearside rear wheel bearing

Wiper blades slightly deteriorated

Pass 3 Nov 2016 111,360 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2015 106,121 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 Oct 2014 101,009 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 5 Nov 2013 93,858 miles

Nearside front foglamp broken

Fail 5 Nov 2013 93,858 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside front foglamp broken

Pass 27 Oct 2012 86,254 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2012 86,254 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 3 Nov 2011 77,580 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 72,254 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2009 67,318 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2008 60,745 miles

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

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Nov 2008 60,745 miles

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

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 15 Nov 2007 51,278 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2006 42,182 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2006 42,182 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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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AJ52 HJF is a 2002 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 AJ52 HJF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AJ52 HJF registered?

AJ52 HJF is a 2002 Renault Megane, first registered on 7 November 2002.

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