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N159 GBK

1996 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2011
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

79,637 mi
Last recorded79,637 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2010
Typical for 1996 Renault Megane86,466 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN159 GBK
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2010 79,637 miles

corrosion around rear wheel arces

Fail 18 Nov 2010 79,637 miles

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

corrosion around rear wheel arces

Pass 25 Nov 2009 77,024 miles

o/s/sill in poor condition [corroded]

Fail 25 Nov 2009 77,024 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

o/s/sill in poor condition [corroded]

Pass 18 Feb 2009 75,183 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 71,561 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2008 71,528 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 21 Feb 2007 66,146 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 63,620 miles

oil leak

rear axle brace bar corroded(not load bearing item)

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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N159 GBK is a 1996 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 N159 GBK, 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.

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What year was N159 GBK registered?

N159 GBK is a 1996 Renault Megane, first registered on 13 February 1996.

Is N159 GBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for N159 GBK shows 9 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.

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