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MX02 HBU

2002 Renault Megane

Beige Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2019
Tests23 (13 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate56.5%

Mileage

178,837 mi
Last recorded178,837 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2019
Typical for 2002 Renault Megane67,437 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX02 HBU
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2002
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 10 fail
Fail 19 Apr 2019 178,837 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases center to mid at joint (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb not fitted correctly (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear tyre cracked and perished

under vehicle corrosion and to brake and suspension components

Pass 17 Apr 2018 175,554 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Oil leak engine ()

corrosion to brake and suspension components

rear axle support bar deteriorated

Fail 17 Apr 2018 175,544 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Oil leak engine ()

corrosion to brake and suspension components

rear axle support bar deteriorated

Pass 27 Mar 2017 172,404 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2017 172,386 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Nearside Front tyre wearing thin on inside tread

Pass 5 Apr 2016 157,074 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2016 157,055 miles

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 8 Apr 2015 140,416 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2014 129,242 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 2 Apr 2013 117,320 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 2 Apr 2013 117,320 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 11 Apr 2012 105,303 miles

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

Fail 4 Apr 2012 105,075 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

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

Pass 5 Apr 2011 94,672 miles

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 4 Apr 2011 94,657 miles

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Mar 2010 84,123 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2010 84,107 miles

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

Fail 30 Mar 2009 74,140 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Mar 2009 74,140 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 64,620 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2008 64,620 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Apr 2007 55,501 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Apr 2006 44,398 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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MX02 HBU is a 2002 Renault Megane in Beige with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.5%.

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 MX02 HBU, 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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MX02 HBU is a 2002 Renault Megane, first registered on 1 March 2002.

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