2002 Renault Megane 1.6L Petrol · BF52 JWL
2002 Renault Megane (1.6L, petrol). First registered 20 Sept 2002. Recorded mileage 92,815 miles. MOT valid until 13 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- RENAULT MEGANE
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 13 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 92,815 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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BF52 JWL Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/07/2026
- 92,815 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
BF52 JWL MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Renault Megane (BF52 JWL) between June 2024 and July 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 15 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (9 issues), Brakes (9 issues), Tyres (6 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 24 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced O/S AND N/S HEADLIGHTS REQUIRE CLEANING”; “Headlamp aim too low O/S AND N/S AND N/S INSECURE (4.1.2 (a))”; “Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault light on dash . (7.1.6 (a))”.
BF52 JWL Mileage History
- 10/06/202483,164 mi
- 14/06/202584,208 mi+1,044 mi
- 14/06/202584,208 mi
- 16/06/202692,139 mi+7,931 mi
- 15/07/202692,815 mi+676 mi
Average of roughly 4,607 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Renault Megane Mk2
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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