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A18 HLJ

1998 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2014
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

99,638 mi
Last recorded99,638 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2013
Typical for 1998 Renault Megane81,964 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA18 HLJ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2013 99,638 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 96,369 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 84,466 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 73,411 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2010 73,411 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Feb 2010 68,789 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2010 68,771 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Pass 25 Feb 2009 60,461 miles

slight play in n/s ball joint.

Fail 23 Feb 2009 60,461 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

slight play in n/s ball joint.

Pass 21 Feb 2008 57,680 miles

nsf tyre inner edge worn

osf tyre inner side wall slight damage

Fail 19 Feb 2008 57,662 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

nsf tyre inner edge worn

osf tyre inner side wall slight damage

Pass 25 Jun 2007 57,273 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2007 57,270 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2006 54,928 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2006 54,928 miles

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

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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A18 HLJ is a 1998 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1998 Renault Megane models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.6% with a typical mileage of 81,964 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 A18 HLJ, 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 28 years old, this Renault Megane is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A18 HLJ registered?

A18 HLJ is a 1998 Renault Megane, first registered on 30 April 1998.

Is A18 HLJ safe to buy?

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