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P109 HRB

1997 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

83,762 mi
Last recorded83,762 miles
Recorded on3 May 2011
Typical for 1997 Renault Megane85,670 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP109 HRB
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Fail 3 May 2011 83,762 miles

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

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

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

possible exhaust baffles loose

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

both outer sills poor condition

slight corrosion at both rear chassis legs

Pass 12 May 2010 73,146 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 62,926 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 53,511 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2008 53,417 miles

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

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 17 Apr 2007 48,166 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 42,518 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2006 42,510 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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P109 HRB is a 1997 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 P109 HRB, 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 P109 HRB registered?

P109 HRB is a 1997 Renault Megane, first registered on 18 April 1997.

Is P109 HRB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P109 HRB shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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