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ML02 CAA

2002 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2016
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

99,136 mi
Last recorded99,136 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2015
Typical for 2002 Renault Megane67,437 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML02 CAA
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2015 99,136 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2015 99,136 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2014 94,698 miles

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

front brake discs worn on inner faces

n/s/rear footbrake efficiency lower recommend attention

Pass 6 Sep 2013 90,796 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 6 Sep 2013 90,796 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 5 Sep 2012 86,083 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2012 86,075 miles

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Fail 14 Jun 2011 78,390 miles

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Jun 2011 78,390 miles

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

Fail 16 Jun 2010 73,104 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Jun 2010 73,104 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 68,868 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2009 68,868 miles

Offside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

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

Pass 3 Oct 2008 67,560 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2008 67,560 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Pass 30 Oct 2007 62,786 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

nearside rear door will not open from outside.

Fail 23 Oct 2007 62,777 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

nearside rear door will not open from outside.

rear bush on engine/gearbox tie bar worn to excess.

Pass 11 Aug 2006 52,707 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2005 39,541 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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ML02 CAA is a 2002 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,390cc 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 ML02 CAA, 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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ML02 CAA is a 2002 Renault Megane, first registered on 11 July 2002.

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