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MJ52 BKG

2002 Renault Megane

Black Petrol 1783cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

127,470 mi
Last recorded127,470 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2017
Typical for 2002 Renault Megane67,437 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ52 BKG
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,783cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2017 127,470 miles

185/65/15 O/S/F TYRE WORN UNEVENLY

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 11 Nov 2015 125,157 miles

185/65/15 O/S/F TYRE WORN UNEVENLY

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

Fail 11 Nov 2015 125,156 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a) DANGEROUS

185/65/15 O/S/F TYRE WORN UNEVENLY

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

Pass 7 Nov 2014 124,700 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

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

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

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

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

Fail 7 Nov 2014 124,697 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

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

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

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

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

Pass 17 Oct 2013 120,490 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 11 Jul 2012 116,200 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Rear brake discs pitted

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Jul 2012 116,200 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Rear brake discs pitted

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2011 109,217 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

REAR BRAKE DISCS WORN

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

Pass 1 Jun 2010 102,034 miles

Battery insecure

Both front tyres worn unevenly and close to limit(185/65 15)

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

Fail 1 Jun 2010 102,034 miles

Battery insecure

Both front tyres worn unevenly and close to limit(185/65 15)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 May 2009 95,557 miles

Both rear tyres deteriorated.

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 6 Jun 2008 89,436 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2006 72,124 miles

Brake discs corroded

Fail 6 Nov 2006 72,124 miles

Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 9 Nov 2005 74,227 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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MJ52 BKG is a 2002 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,783cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 MJ52 BKG, 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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MJ52 BKG is a 2002 Renault Megane, first registered on 15 November 2002.

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