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MJ52 GCX

2002 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2016
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

67,597 mi
Last recorded67,597 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2015
Typical for 2002 Renault Megane67,437 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ52 GCX
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2015 67,597 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2014 57,761 miles

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

both rear tyres are scuffed on the outer wall

some brake pipes are rusty

Fail 25 Nov 2014 57,729 miles

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

Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

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

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

both rear tyres are scuffed on the outer wall

some brake pipes are rusty

Pass 15 Nov 2013 52,031 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

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

offside front outer drive shaft ABS ring split but not putting ABS light on

Pass 21 Nov 2012 46,459 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2012 46,456 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 2 Nov 2011 42,284 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 38,722 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 34,418 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2009 34,296 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2008 30,847 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 26,965 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2007 26,869 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

nearside mirror glass damaged

Pass 24 Nov 2006 22,206 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside rear tyre is wearing on edges Offside rear tyre has a cut in the tread and is starting to crack

Pass 25 Nov 2005 17,066 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 GCX is a 2002 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 GCX, 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 MJ52 GCX registered?

MJ52 GCX is a 2002 Renault Megane, first registered on 28 November 2002.

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