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P116 VNP

1997 Renault Laguna

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

125,281 mi
Last recorded125,281 miles
Recorded on16 May 2011
Typical for 1997 Renault Laguna111,018 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP116 VNP
MakeRenault
ModelLaguna
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2011 125,281 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

rear exhaust system in poor condition

smell of fuel from under vehicle but no leak found

Pass 9 Apr 2010 117,786 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 3 Mar 2010 117,762 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

cooling fan noisey

.. loose object in exhaust cat

.. nearside front slight wheel bearing noise

.. nearside front washer jet weak

.. nearside rear door unable to be opened from outside

Pass 26 Feb 2009 112,432 miles

advise condition of drivers seat back rest

advise condition of rear number plate.

Pass 2 Feb 2008 106,961 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2007 99,075 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

front chassis corroded

offside and nearside front brake discs well worn

offside and nearside outer sills thin

slight play in steering rack

Pass 27 Feb 2007 99,075 miles

front chassis corroded

offside and nearside front brake discs well worn

offside and nearside outer sills thin

slight play in steering rack

Pass 7 Apr 2006 92,266 miles

How Reliable is the Renault Laguna?

Based on 2,783,232 MOT tests across 305,477 vehicles.

64.6%
Pass Rate
7,170
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
305,477
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 187,578
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 169,011
constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing 113,854
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 101,973
position lamp(s) not working 80,232
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P116 VNP is a 1997 Renault Laguna in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Renault Laguna models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.3% with a typical mileage of 111,018 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Renault Laguna fails its MOT is track rod end ball joint has excessive play, accounting for 187,578 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P116 VNP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault Laguna typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 29 years old, this Renault Laguna is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P116 VNP registered?

P116 VNP is a 1997 Renault Laguna, first registered on 27 February 1997.

Is P116 VNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P116 VNP shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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