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BF02 LZL

2002 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

121,810 mi
Last recorded121,810 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2018
Typical for 2002 Renault Megane67,437 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF02 LZL
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2018 121,810 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four tyres right on limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 Oct 2018 121,809 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four tyres right on limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Oct 2017 111,379 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front disc inner slightly corroded (3.5.1i)

man light on

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

Fail 5 Oct 2017 113,577 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick rears (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front disc inner slightly corroded (3.5.1i)

man light on

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

Pass 18 Feb 2016 97,599 miles

Man light on

Wiper blade smearing

Pass 1 Oct 2014 83,511 miles

engine light on!

Fail 2 Oct 2013 78,640 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Rear Lower engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

rear brake discs are just starting to corrode

Pass 2 Oct 2013 78,640 miles

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

Rear Lower engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

rear brake discs are just starting to corrode

Pass 1 Oct 2012 73,453 miles

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

lower engine stabilizer bush worn

Pass 29 Sep 2011 67,773 miles

front tyres getting close

rear brake disc corroded

Pass 28 Sep 2010 61,888 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

both rear indicators starting to show white light

Pass 26 Sep 2009 56,220 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2008 51,704 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2007 47,184 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 42,520 miles

nearside rear brake has slight bind

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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BF02 LZL is a 2002 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BF02 LZL, 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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BF02 LZL is a 2002 Renault Megane, first registered on 11 June 2002.

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