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P108 RNG

1997 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2012
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

Typical for 1997 Renault Megane85,670 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP108 RNG
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2011
Fail 18 Jun 2011 105,786 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.D.1)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 9 Jun 2010 98,076 miles

Oil leak

n/s/r hand brake reading low

Fail 8 Jun 2010 98,045 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 Jun 2009 87,629 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2008 81,667 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 17 Jun 2008 81,667 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 75,128 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2007 75,128 miles

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)

Pass 5 Jun 2006 72,186 miles

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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P108 RNG is a 1997 Renault Megane in Red 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 models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.0% with a typical mileage of 85,670 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 P108 RNG, 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 29 years old, this Renault Megane is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P108 RNG registered?

P108 RNG is a 1997 Renault Megane, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P108 RNG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P108 RNG shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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