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GJ52 VXU

2002 Renault Laguna

Green Diesel 2188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2016
Tests19 (10 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate52.6%

Mileage

108,717 mi
Last recorded108,717 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2015
Typical for 2002 Renault Laguna80,999 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ52 VXU
MakeRenault
ModelLaguna
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,188cc

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MOT History

10 pass 9 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2015 108,717 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

nearside rear tyre has a nail in

oil leak

Fail 22 Sep 2015 108,717 miles

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe fouled by moving parts exhaust heated shield insecure (3.6.B.2a)

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

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

Offside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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

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

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

nearside rear tyre has a nail in

oil leak

Pass 22 Sep 2014 98,908 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

o/s wiper split

windscreen damaged in excess of requirments within zone A but not affecting drivers view

Fail 22 Sep 2014 98,908 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

o/s wiper split

windscreen damaged in excess of requirments within zone A but not affecting drivers view

Pass 1 Oct 2013 79,936 miles

both front tyres wearing on edges

Fail 1 Oct 2013 79,936 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

both front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 10 Oct 2012 76,412 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2012 76,407 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 28 Sep 2011 72,931 miles

front tyre treads wearing on edges

Fail 28 Sep 2011 72,928 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

front tyre treads wearing on edges

Pass 1 Oct 2010 69,433 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2010 69,430 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Oct 2009 65,508 miles

Centre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 8 Oct 2009 65,474 miles

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

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

Centre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 7 Oct 2008 61,301 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2008 61,301 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

nearside front tyre worn on both edges and starting to go out off shape

Pass 9 Oct 2007 51,627 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2007 51,611 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 6 Oct 2006 41,057 miles

How Reliable is the Renault Laguna?

Based on 2,783,232 MOT tests across 305,477 vehicles.

64.6%
Pass Rate
7,170
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
305,477
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 187,578
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 169,011
constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing 113,854
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 101,973
position lamp(s) not working 80,232
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GJ52 VXU is a 2002 Renault Laguna in Green with a 2,188cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.6%.

Across all 2002 Renault Laguna models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.6% with a typical mileage of 80,999 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 Laguna fails its MOT is track rod end ball joint has excessive play, accounting for 187,578 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GJ52 VXU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault Laguna typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 24 years old, this Renault Laguna is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GJ52 VXU registered?

GJ52 VXU is a 2002 Renault Laguna, first registered on 3 October 2002.

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