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P132 VHR

1997 Renault Megane Scenic

Blue Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

204,047 mi
Last recorded204,047 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2017
Typical for 1997 Renault Megane Scenic95,924 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP132 VHR
MakeRenault
ModelMegane Scenic
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2017 204,047 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive SHOCK MOUNT (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Fail 31 Jul 2017 204,047 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive SHOCK MOUNT (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 17 Aug 2016 198,273 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.2.6)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.2.6)

Pass 20 Aug 2015 193,488 miles

Nearside Front slight binding to wheel

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 29 Aug 2014 168,969 miles

rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 17 Sep 2013 163,650 miles

anti-roll bar linkages, rubbers perished

rear fog light lenses tarnished

Pass 1 Oct 2012 162,247 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 157,279 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 154,511 miles

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

steering rack slightly rough in operation

underbody corrosion

Pass 11 Sep 2009 151,809 miles

limitor valve bit sticky

o/s wiper splitting on ends

Pass 15 Sep 2008 149,519 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 144,692 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 138,871 miles

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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P132 VHR is a 1997 Renault Megane Scenic in Blue with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P132 VHR, 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 P132 VHR registered?

P132 VHR is a 1997 Renault Megane Scenic, first registered on 12 June 1997.

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