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AR51 HCL

2002 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2020
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

74,634 mi
Last recorded74,634 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2019
Typical for 2002 Renault Megane67,437 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR51 HCL
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2019 74,634 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2019 74,634 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jan 2019 71,139 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

rear body cross brace corroded an broken

Pass 2 Jan 2018 66,555 miles

Offside Outer driveshaft boot poorly secured

Pass 20 Dec 2016 62,434 miles

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

rear lateral bar heavily corroded and fractured

nearside rear brake issue (evidence of bind) will be discussed with presenter due to lack of space for explanation in text box.

Fail 20 Dec 2016 62,434 miles

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

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

rear lateral bar heavily corroded and fractured

nearside rear brake issue (evidence of bind) will be discussed with presenter due to lack of space for explanation in text box.

Pass 5 Jan 2016 58,166 miles

offside rear tyre worn to wear bars

Fail 5 Jan 2016 58,166 miles

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

offside rear tyre worn to wear bars

Pass 5 Jan 2015 53,597 miles

offside front barke dragging slightly

offside rear tyre wearing on the edges of the tread

Pass 6 Jan 2014 47,995 miles

both number plate light lens covers missing

Fail 3 Jan 2014 47,964 miles

Nearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

both number plate light lens covers missing

Pass 11 Jan 2013 43,767 miles

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

Fail 11 Jan 2013 43,767 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 9 Feb 2012 40,733 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2012 40,733 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Feb 2011 36,218 miles

front disc's corroded

Pass 6 Feb 2010 30,498 miles

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

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 14 Feb 2009 27,828 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2008 24,480 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2007 21,588 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2006 18,752 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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AR51 HCL is a 2002 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 AR51 HCL, 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 AR51 HCL registered?

AR51 HCL is a 2002 Renault Megane, first registered on 16 February 2002.

Is AR51 HCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AR51 HCL shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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