2002 Renault Megane MOT pass rate, common failures & what to check
In 2025, 57.3% of Renault Meganes first used in 2002 passed their MOT first time, against 59.5% for all cars first used in 2002. Across 4,402 Megane first tests from 2023 to 2025, the most common failure areas were lamps and electrical equipment, brakes and visibility (wipers, washers and windscreen).
This page analyses first MOT tests for Renault Meganes first used in 2002 (all trims grouped): 2021 to 2025 for the pass-rate trend, and 2023 to 2025 for the failure and advisory analysis — plus what is worth checking before you buy one.
Data: DVSA anonymised MOT tests to December 2025 · Calculated by SortedCars · Updated October 2026
How the 2002 Renault Megane MOT pass rate has changed
Share of first tests passed in each year, Meganes first used in 2002 against all cars first used in 2002 (any make or fuel; not adjusted for mileage, fuel or use). In 2025 the Megane figure was in line with the all-cars figure.
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| Test year | 2002 Megane | All cars first used 2002 | Megane first tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 54.7% | 54.4% | 2,992 |
| 2022 | 56.4% | 56.2% | 2,365 |
| 2023 | 57.6% | 57.5% | 1,876 |
| 2024 | 55.5% | 58.0% | 1,417 |
| 2025 | 57.3% | 59.5% | 1,109 |
Common 2002 Renault Megane MOT failures
Share of the 1,900 failed first tests (2023–2025) with at least one failure in each area. A test can fail in more than one area, so the shares add up to more than 100%.
Most common failure items
| DVSA failure item | Share of failed first tests | Tests |
|---|---|---|
| Drive shaft joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt | 12.7% | 242 |
| Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively | 10.1% | 192 |
| Position lamp: not working | 9.7% | 185 |
| Headlamp aim: projected beam image is obviously incorrect | 9.1% | 173 |
| Washers: provides insufficient washer liquid | 8.4% | 160 |
Item names are DVSA’s own wording. 2023–2025 combined.
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What to check on a 2002 Renault Megane before buying
The three areas where failed first tests most often had a fault, 2023–2025.
- Lamps and electrics. Ask someone to watch while you work the brake lights, indicators, sidelights, dipped and main beam, and the number-plate lamps.
- Brakes. Worth looking at the discs and pads through the wheel spokes for scoring and a worn lip, and noticing on the test drive whether the car pulls to one side or the pedal feels long.
- Wipers and windscreen. Worth checking that the wipers clear the screen cleanly, that the washers work, and that there are no chips or cracks in the driver’s view.
Common 2002 Renault Megane MOT advisories
Advisories are points the tester noted that did not fail the car. Most common on 2002 Meganes, as a share of all 4,402 first tests, 2023–2025.
| DVSA advisory item | Share of first tests | Tests |
|---|---|---|
| Tread depth: worn close to legal limit/worn on edge | 17.1% | 754 |
| Brake discs: worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened | 15.9% | 698 |
| Tyre condition: slightly damaged/cracking or perishing | 15.5% | 684 |
| Rigid brake pipes: corroded, covered in grease or other material | 13.4% | 589 |
| Engine oil leaks: leak, but not excessive | 12.7% | 561 |
Questions about the 2002 Renault Megane MOT
What is the MOT pass rate of a 2002 Renault Megane?
In 2025, 57.3% of Meganes first used in 2002 passed their MOT first time, against 59.5% for all cars first used in 2002. A car fixed during the test counts as a fail.
What does a 2002 Megane most often fail its MOT on?
Lamps and electrical equipment (in 52.4% of failed first tests, 2023–2025), brakes (30.8%) and visibility (wipers, washers and windscreen) (25.8%). The single most common item was “Drive shaft joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt” (12.7%).
How often does a 2002 Renault Megane fail its MOT?
In 2025, 42.7% of first tests on Meganes first used in 2002 did not pass first time: 33.7% failed, and a further 9.0% had a fault fixed during the test (counted as a fail here). Across 2023–2025, 1,900 of 4,402 first tests did not pass first time.
What are the most common 2002 Renault Megane MOT advisories?
“Tread depth: worn close to legal limit/worn on edge” (on 17.1% of first tests, 2023–2025), “Brake discs: worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened” (15.9%), “Tyre condition: slightly damaged/cracking or perishing” (15.5%), “Rigid brake pipes: corroded, covered in grease or other material” (13.4%) and “Engine oil leaks: leak, but not excessive” (12.7%).
Is a 2002 Renault Megane reliable?
An MOT pass rate shows what failed at the test, not how reliable a car is. For this group of cars the first-time pass rate went from 54.7% in 2021 to 57.3% in 2025. For one particular car, its own MOT history matters more than the average.
Other cars first used in 2002
The most-tested cars from the same year. Each page uses the same method.
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