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P189 LAN

1997 Renault Megane Scenic

Green Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

103,074 mi
Last recorded103,074 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2011
Typical for 1997 Renault Megane Scenic95,924 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP189 LAN
MakeRenault
ModelMegane Scenic
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Fail 14 Jun 2011 103,074 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

advise corrosion to the top part's of both rear shock absorber's

offside front tyre has a 15mm cut deep enough to reach the cord's

Fail 22 Jun 2010 101,402 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Jun 2010 101,402 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 99,340 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

advise split to one of the rear exhaust mounting rubber's

Fail 19 Jun 2009 99,340 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

advise split to one of the rear exhaust mounting rubber's

Pass 23 Jun 2008 97,068 miles

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

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

advise front wheel alignment

Pass 26 Jun 2007 94,575 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2006 92,074 miles

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

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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P189 LAN is a 1997 Renault Megane Scenic in Green with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 P189 LAN, 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 P189 LAN registered?

P189 LAN is a 1997 Renault Megane Scenic, first registered on 23 June 1997.

Is P189 LAN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P189 LAN shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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