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N6 GCD

1997 Renault Megane Scenic

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2023
Tests26 (17 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate65.4%

Mileage

99,898 mi
Last recorded99,898 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2022
Typical for 1997 Renault Megane Scenic95,924 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN6 GCD
MakeRenault
ModelMegane Scenic
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

17 pass 9 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2022 99,898 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Suspension Mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Suspension Mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2021 97,361 miles

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

coolant level low

slight corrosion nearside rear inner wheel arch around drain plug hole

slight corrosion nearside rear outer sill around drain plug hole

slight corrosion offside rear inner sill

Fail 9 Aug 2021 97,306 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

coolant level low

slight corrosion nearside rear inner wheel arch around drain plug hole

slight corrosion nearside rear outer sill around drain plug hole

slight corrosion offside rear inner sill

Pass 24 Aug 2020 95,811 miles

corrosion to chassis rail and floor pan

corrosion to inner wheel arch by drain plug

corrosion to outer sills more then one place

Pass 8 Aug 2019 93,713 miles

Front Coil spring corroded heavy (5.3.1 (b) (i))

corrosion to outer sill and poor repairs

corrosion to rear wheel arches

throttle cable frayed

Fail 7 Aug 2019 93,712 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Coil spring corroded heavy (5.3.1 (b) (i))

corrosion to outer sill and poor repairs

corrosion to rear wheel arches

throttle cable frayed

Pass 26 Jul 2018 91,528 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

both front tyre tread depths getting low.n/s...2.8mm. o/s...3mm. 185/70/14 88t

corrosion to o/s/f outer sill

Pass 16 Aug 2017 90,958 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2017 90,958 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre section (7.1.2)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 21 Jul 2016 90,107 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 21 Jul 2016 90,107 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak ()

Pass 7 Aug 2015 88,918 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 88,205 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2014 88,205 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)

Fail 8 Aug 2013 86,491 miles

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 Aug 2013 86,491 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 14 Aug 2012 85,313 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

advise minor oil leaks on engine

advise slight distortion on osr tyre

advise slight interaction on rear lights

advise slight play in steering rack

Pass 14 Aug 2012 85,313 miles

advise minor oil leaks on engine

advise slight distortion on osr tyre

advise slight interaction on rear lights

advise slight play in steering rack

Pass 26 Jul 2011 83,720 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 26 Jul 2011 83,720 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

front brake discs corroded

Pass 6 Aug 2010 82,060 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 80,186 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 78,363 miles

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

slight corrosion to front floor/ chassis

Pass 9 Aug 2007 75,779 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2007 75,768 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Jul 2006 73,102 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

centre rear seatbelt awkward to lock-in

front tyres wearing on inside edges

o/s headlamp stonechipped

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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N6 GCD is a 1997 Renault Megane Scenic in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.4%.

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 N6 GCD, 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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N6 GCD is a 1997 Renault Megane Scenic, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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