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GIG 8701

1997 Renault Megane Scenic

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2012
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

140,836 mi
Last recorded140,836 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2011
Typical for 1997 Renault Megane Scenic95,924 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGIG 8701
MakeRenault
ModelMegane Scenic
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2011 140,836 miles

Nearside front seatbelt and offside rear seatbelt not tested as child seats fitted

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Fail 8 Nov 2011 139,818 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)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside front seatbelt and offside rear seatbelt not tested as child seats fitted

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 5 Nov 2010 134,094 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 128,463 miles

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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GIG 8701 is a 1997 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 75%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 GIG 8701, 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 GIG 8701 registered?

GIG 8701 is a 1997 Renault Megane Scenic, first registered on 26 September 1997.

Is GIG 8701 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GIG 8701 shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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