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A8 RTP

1998 Renault Megane Scenic

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

78,643 mi
Last recorded78,643 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2007
Typical for 1998 Renault Megane Scenic90,146 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 RTP
MakeRenault
ModelMegane Scenic
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2007 78,643 miles

both/front/tyres/worn/on/outside/edges

engine/oil/low

Fail 8 Feb 2007 78,643 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Offside Outer Front Front drive shaft coupling is excessively worn (2.5.C.1c)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

both/front/tyres/worn/on/outside/edges

engine/oil/low

Pass 7 Feb 2006 69,971 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2006 69,971 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear wheel cylinder leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

How Reliable is the Renault Megane Scenic?

Based on 1,818,845 MOT tests across 145,724 vehicles.

66.2%
Pass Rate
6,520
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
145,724
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 116,922
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 68,848
constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing 66,630
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 58,928
Registration plate lamp not working 55,988
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A8 RTP is a 1998 Renault Megane Scenic in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1998 Renault Megane Scenic models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.7% with a typical mileage of 90,146 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 Scenic fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 116,922 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A8 RTP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault Megane Scenic typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Renault Megane Scenic is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A8 RTP registered?

A8 RTP is a 1998 Renault Megane Scenic, first registered on 11 August 1998.

Is A8 RTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 RTP shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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