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M205 CDM

1998 Renault Safrane

Green Petrol 2165cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

155,157 mi
Last recorded155,157 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2007
Typical for 1998 Renault Safrane95,330 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM205 CDM
MakeRenault
ModelSafrane
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,165cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2007 155,157 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 147,933 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2006 147,932 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

How Reliable is the Renault Safrane?

Based on 26,029 MOT tests across 4,984 vehicles.

66.1%
Pass Rate
4,892
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
4,984
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 1,741
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,479
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,309
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,138
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 880
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M205 CDM is a 1998 Renault Safrane in Green with a 2,165cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Renault Safrane models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.2% with a typical mileage of 95,330 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Renault Safrane fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 1,741 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M205 CDM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault Safrane typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 28 years old, this Renault Safrane is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M205 CDM registered?

M205 CDM is a 1998 Renault Safrane, first registered on 15 September 1998.

Is M205 CDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for M205 CDM shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does M205 CDM have outstanding finance?

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