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AK52 XYE

2002 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2021
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

61,502 mi
Last recorded61,502 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2020
Typical for 2002 Renault Megane67,437 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK52 XYE
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2020 61,502 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2019 58,531 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2019 58,481 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side Low effort (1.4.1 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 13 Mar 2018 55,052 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2017 50,472 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Mar 2017 50,460 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2016 47,062 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 44,144 miles

nsf brake slower to react than osf and front brakes binding very slightly

Pass 24 Mar 2014 40,621 miles

rear tyres cracked and perished

slight oil leak comming from sump bung

Fail 20 Mar 2014 40,569 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

rear tyres cracked and perished

slight oil leak comming from sump bung

Pass 19 Mar 2013 37,645 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2013 37,620 miles

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

Fail 17 Mar 2012 22,085 miles

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

n/s/f tyre slightly worn on both edges

o/s/f tyre slightly worn on inner edge

Pass 17 Mar 2012 22,085 miles

n/s/f tyre slightly worn on both edges

o/s/f tyre slightly worn on inner edge

Pass 22 Mar 2011 14,534 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2011 14,534 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2010 9,262 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 9,214 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2008 8,001 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 17 Oct 2008 8,001 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 6,802 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 5,308 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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AK52 XYE is a 2002 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AK52 XYE, 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 AK52 XYE registered?

AK52 XYE is a 2002 Renault Megane, first registered on 5 November 2002.

Is AK52 XYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK52 XYE shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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