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G12 MOU

1997 Renault Megane Scenic

Blue Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

177,637 mi
Last recorded177,637 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2009
Typical for 1997 Renault Megane Scenic95,924 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG12 MOU
MakeRenault
ModelMegane Scenic
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 7 Jul 2009 177,637 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 11 Jul 2008 166,912 miles

Engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

Oil leak

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

Pass 27 Jul 2007 155,908 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 25 Jul 2006 136,449 miles

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

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

oil leak

Fail 25 Jul 2006 136,448 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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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G12 MOU is a 1997 Renault Megane Scenic in Blue with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1997 Renault Megane Scenic models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.3% with a typical mileage of 95,924 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 G12 MOU, 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 29 years old, this Renault Megane Scenic is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G12 MOU registered?

G12 MOU is a 1997 Renault Megane Scenic, first registered on 18 August 1997.

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