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P137 UNW

1997 Renault Megane

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2016
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

126,317 mi
Last recorded126,317 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2016
Typical for 1997 Renault Megane85,670 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP137 UNW
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Fail 19 Apr 2016 126,317 miles

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer and inner sill (2.4.A.3)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded rears (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 30 Apr 2015 120,415 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Apr 2015 120,415 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

Pass 1 Oct 2012 114,464 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2012 114,406 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Oct 2011 110,109 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 107,078 miles

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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P137 UNW is a 1997 Renault Megane in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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

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 P137 UNW, 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 P137 UNW registered?

P137 UNW is a 1997 Renault Megane, first registered on 23 April 1997.

Is P137 UNW safe to buy?

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