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MK52 KWC

2002 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

62,681 mi
Last recorded62,681 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2017
Typical for 2002 Renault Megane67,437 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK52 KWC
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2017 62,681 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2016 57,528 miles

poor operation hazard light switch

rear no/plate faded

both front brake discs worn pads appear ok

both rear wheel bearings rough and noisy when rotated

engine oil leak

engine stabilizer mounting worn

Fail 1 Jun 2016 57,519 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

both front brake discs worn pads appear ok

both rear wheel bearings rough and noisy when rotated

engine oil leak

engine stabilizer mounting worn

poor operation hazard light switch

rear no/plate faded

Pass 29 May 2015 54,527 miles

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

both front tyres low in tread and deteriorated strong advise on n/s

n/s dip beam image poor headlamp condensated

o/s wiper blade poor

rear no/plate faded

slight engine and transmission oil leaks

Pass 4 Jun 2014 50,685 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

drivers seat back slightly insecure

engine and transmission oil leak

lift in both front suspension leg top mounts when jacked

n/s front and n/s rear inner wheel rims buckled

power steering pump and pipes damp

rear no/plate faded

Fail 3 Jun 2014 50,685 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

drivers seat back slightly insecure

engine and transmission oil leak

lift in both front suspension leg top mounts when jacked

n/s front and n/s rear inner wheel rims buckled

power steering pump and pipes damp

rear no/plate faded

Pass 5 Jun 2013 47,471 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

both front brake discs worn pads ok

engine stabilizer worn

n/s rear tyre cracking

o/s front tyre starting to get low in tread and cracking

rear no/plate faded

steering rack slightly misted in oil

transmission oil leak

Fail 3 Jun 2013 47,461 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

both front brake discs worn pads ok

engine stabilizer worn

high level brake light inop

n/s rear tyre cracking

o/s front tyre starting to get low in tread and cracking

rear no/plate faded

steering rack slightly misted in oil

transmission oil leak

Pass 1 Jun 2012 44,567 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2011 42,590 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Feb 2011 42,590 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2010 40,982 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2010 40,982 miles

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

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 25 Feb 2009 38,536 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 35,144 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 31,772 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2007 31,750 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 7 Dec 2005 26,483 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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MK52 KWC is a 2002 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 MK52 KWC, 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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MK52 KWC is a 2002 Renault Megane, first registered on 27 September 2002.

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