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J14 DHB

1997 Renault Megane Scenic

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2012
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

145,394 mi
Last recorded145,394 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2011
Typical for 1997 Renault Megane Scenic95,924 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ14 DHB
MakeRenault
ModelMegane Scenic
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2011 145,394 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 131,282 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2010 135,387 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 Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

os front seat belt slow to retract

Pass 16 Nov 2009 126,609 miles

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak

Fail 12 Nov 2009 126,534 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

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

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak

Pass 17 Nov 2008 121,614 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Fail 13 Nov 2008 121,440 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 27 Oct 2007

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

Pass 4 Oct 2006 90,022 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 27 Sep 2006 89,755 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage inappropriately repaired (2.4.A.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

engine oil leaks

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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J14 DHB is a 1997 Renault Megane Scenic in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 J14 DHB, 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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J14 DHB is a 1997 Renault Megane Scenic, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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