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MK02 XSO

2002 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

81,173 mi
Last recorded81,173 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2019
Typical for 2002 Renault Megane67,437 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK02 XSO
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2019 81,173 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Non structual strut bar corroded along rear beam

Pass 2 Jan 2018 79,424 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 26% (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 30% (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 16 Jan 2017 77,755 miles

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

Rear ABS bracket slightly corroded.

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

Pass 26 Aug 2015 74,586 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2014 73,334 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 71,345 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 69,132 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 66,259 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 63,444 miles

Front brake discs are worn & corroded

Long parking brake travel

Nsr steel brake pipes signs of corrosion

Osf outer CV boot is leaking grease

Fail 17 Sep 2009 59,793 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Pass 17 Sep 2009 59,793 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2008 43,892 miles

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

both rear tyres getting close to limit

Fail 8 Mar 2008 43,890 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

both rear tyres getting close to limit

Pass 7 Mar 2007 32,780 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 26,111 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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MK02 XSO 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 86.7%.

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 MK02 XSO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MK02 XSO registered?

MK02 XSO is a 2002 Renault Megane, first registered on 1 March 2002.

Is MK02 XSO safe to buy?

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