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MJ52 UWO

2002 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2016
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

65,011 mi
Last recorded65,011 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2015
Typical for 2002 Renault Megane67,437 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2015 65,011 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 62,026 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2012 53,245 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2012 53,231 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 2 Sep 2011 46,972 miles

front pads low

Pass 18 Feb 2010 35,907 miles

o/s bottom b.joint rubber split

rear brakes binding slightly

Fail 13 Feb 2010 35,907 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

engine wont idle

o/s bottom b.joint rubber split

rear brakes binding slightly

Fail 11 Mar 2009 31,507 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2009 31,507 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 25,693 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2008 25,577 miles

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

Fail 14 Feb 2007 14,423 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

slight bind on rear brakes

Pass 14 Feb 2007 14,423 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

slight bind on rear brakes

Fail 14 Feb 2006 9,124 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Pass 14 Feb 2006 9,124 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 UWO is a 2002 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 UWO, 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 UWO registered?

MJ52 UWO is a 2002 Renault Megane, first registered on 30 November 2002.

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