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M44 XED

1996 Renault Megane

Yellow Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

135,831 mi
Last recorded135,831 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2005
Typical for 1996 Renault Megane86,466 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM44 XED
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year1996
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2005 135,831 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2005 135,831 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

How Reliable is the Renault Megane?

Based on 7,306,346 MOT tests across 596,780 vehicles.

67.3%
Pass Rate
6,443
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
596,780
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 358,622
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 210,535
Registration plate lamp not working 191,357
position lamp(s) not working 180,297
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 159,959
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M44 XED is a 1996 Renault Megane in Yellow with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1996 Renault Megane models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.1% with a typical mileage of 86,466 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 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 358,622 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M44 XED, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault Megane typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 30 years old, this Renault Megane is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M44 XED registered?

M44 XED is a 1996 Renault Megane, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is M44 XED safe to buy?

The MOT history for M44 XED shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does M44 XED have outstanding finance?

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