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AR51 HMD

2002 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

139,972 mi
Last recorded139,972 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2017
Typical for 2002 Renault Megane67,437 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR51 HMD
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2017 139,972 miles

Both front tyres worn on edges

O/S/R tyre cracked

Pass 12 May 2016 128,388 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 14 May 2015 115,280 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 101,794 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 10 Apr 2013 85,985 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2013 85,985 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 7 Apr 2012 72,912 miles

nearside front tyre on 2mm towards very outer edge.

nearside rear tyre on 2mm towards very outer edge.

Pass 6 Apr 2011 60,462 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 51,122 miles

front brake pads look to be getting low

offside and nearside front brake discs worn and corroded on inner faces

offside and nearside front tyres on 2mm towards inner and outer edges

Fail 27 Apr 2010 51,122 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt affected by an insecure seat fixing (5.2.1b)

front brake pads look to be getting low

offside and nearside front brake discs worn and corroded on inner faces

offside and nearside front tyres on 2mm towards inner and outer edges

Pass 5 May 2009 42,980 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)

Fail 22 Apr 2009 42,282 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

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)

Pass 16 Jan 2009 40,976 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2008 36,672 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 33,495 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2005 27,740 miles

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

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 HMD is a 2002 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 AR51 HMD, 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 HMD registered?

AR51 HMD is a 2002 Renault Megane, first registered on 2 January 2002.

Is AR51 HMD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AR51 HMD shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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