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MJ52 DFA

2002 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2018
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

112,379 mi
Last recorded112,379 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2017
Typical for 2002 Renault Megane67,437 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ52 DFA
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2017 112,379 miles

Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Fail 6 Jul 2017 112,376 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Pass 7 Jul 2016 102,997 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both front ()

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

boot floor had impact/previously repaired

complete exhaust system corroded

Fail 7 Jul 2016 102,997 miles

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

engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement lower rear (6.1.D.1a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both front ()

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

boot floor had impact/previously repaired

complete exhaust system corroded

Pass 11 Jun 2015 90,767 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 10 Jun 2015 90,765 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 7 Jul 2014 72,763 miles

Front brake discs outer faces slightly pitted

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 5 Jul 2014 72,763 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Front brake discs outer faces slightly pitted

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 23 May 2013 56,832 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 May 2013 56,832 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 Jul 2011 53,247 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2011 53,247 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2010 50,200 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2010 50,200 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Jul 2009 49,779 miles

Engine Management Light On

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

Pass 17 Sep 2008 33,796 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 24,369 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2007 24,369 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is damaged, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is damaged, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 25 Oct 2006 22,516 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 DFA is a 2002 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DFA, 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 DFA is a 2002 Renault Megane, first registered on 22 October 2002.

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