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P119 PLM

1997 Renault Megane Scenic

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

147,600 mi
Last recorded147,600 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2009
Typical for 1997 Renault Megane Scenic95,924 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP119 PLM
MakeRenault
ModelMegane Scenic
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2009 147,600 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2008
Fail 31 Jan 2008 141,335 miles

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

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 30 Mar 2007 132,606 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2007 132,606 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Jan 2006 109,900 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2006 109,900 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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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P119 PLM is a 1997 Renault Megane Scenic in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P119 PLM, 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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What year was P119 PLM registered?

P119 PLM is a 1997 Renault Megane Scenic, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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