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P138 MCR

1997 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2012
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

138,498 mi
Last recorded138,498 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2011
Typical for 1997 Renault Megane85,670 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP138 MCR
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Fail 15 Apr 2011 138,498 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

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

rear engine support mounting x s play

Pass 15 Apr 2011 138,498 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

rear engine support mounting x s play

Pass 9 Apr 2010 131,137 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 9 Apr 2010 131,137 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Oil leak

Pass 14 Apr 2009 122,939 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 114,982 miles

Battery insecure

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Oil leak

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Fail 24 Apr 2008 114,982 miles

Battery insecure

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Oil leak

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

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 27 Apr 2006 95,913 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2006 95,867 miles

Front Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.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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P138 MCR is a 1997 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 P138 MCR, 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 P138 MCR registered?

P138 MCR is a 1997 Renault Megane, first registered on 4 February 1997.

Is P138 MCR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P138 MCR shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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