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P128 RAH

1997 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2013
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

94,971 mi
Last recorded94,971 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2012
Typical for 1997 Renault Megane85,670 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP128 RAH
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2012 94,971 miles

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

light surface corrosion on underside

Pass 12 Sep 2011 91,124 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Sep 2010 87,008 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

rear brakeload sensor sticky

rear brakes slight inbalance

Pass 12 Aug 2009 82,989 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 12 Aug 2009 82,989 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Aug 2008 78,433 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2008 78,433 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Pass 26 Jul 2007 71,451 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 60,073 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2005 56,525 miles

Front number plate fading.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 9 Nov 2005 56,412 miles

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front number plate fading.

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

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

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than 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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P128 RAH is a 1997 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 P128 RAH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P128 RAH registered?

P128 RAH is a 1997 Renault Megane, first registered on 1 February 1997.

Is P128 RAH safe to buy?

The MOT history for P128 RAH shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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