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AY52 MZU

2002 Renault Megane

Blue Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

135,681 mi
Last recorded135,681 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2015
Typical for 2002 Renault Megane67,437 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY52 MZU
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2015 135,681 miles

rear anti vibration bar rusty

Pass 19 May 2014 128,592 miles

front tyres low on edges

rear vibration bar rusty and hold

Pass 5 Dec 2012 123,078 miles

BODY DAMAGE O/S/F.

BRAKE FLEXYS FERRULLES CORRODED.

ENGINE OIL LOW,ENGINE AND GEARBOX OIL LEAKS.

EXCESSIVE CORROSION REAR LATERAL BAR.

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

N/S/R TYRE;OUTER EDGE WORN LOW.

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

O/S/F MIRROR CASING DAMAGED.

O/S/R TYRE;CUTS IN SIDEWALL.

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

REAR EXHAUST SUPPORT FLANGE CORRODED.

TORQUE REACTION BAR;BUSHES WORN.

Fail 4 Dec 2012 123,078 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

BODY DAMAGE O/S/F.

BRAKE FLEXYS FERRULLES CORRODED.

ENGINE OIL LOW,ENGINE AND GEARBOX OIL LEAKS.

EXCESSIVE CORROSION REAR LATERAL BAR.

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

N/S/R TYRE;OUTER EDGE WORN LOW.

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

O/S/F MIRROR CASING DAMAGED.

O/S/R TYRE;CUTS IN SIDEWALL.

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

REAR EXHAUST SUPPORT FLANGE CORRODED.

TORQUE REACTION BAR;BUSHES WORN.

Pass 27 May 2011 113,230 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 107,240 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2010 107,240 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Apr 2009 95,432 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2009 95,432 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

vehicle fitted with undertray

water level low

engine cover loose

nearside rear door doesnt open from outside

nearside rear tyre poor on outer edge

offside front sill damaged

slight distortion to nearside front road wheel

slight oil leak in sump area

Pass 4 Apr 2008 84,296 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Apr 2007 75,439 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 2 Apr 2007 75,439 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 57,406 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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AY52 MZU is a 2002 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 AY52 MZU, 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 AY52 MZU registered?

AY52 MZU is a 2002 Renault Megane, first registered on 1 October 2002.

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