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P940 MKE

1997 Renault Megane

Yellow Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

102,250 mi
Last recorded102,250 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2011
Typical for 1997 Renault Megane85,670 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP940 MKE
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2011 102,250 miles

Oil leak

Pass 6 Sep 2010 98,327 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 91,377 miles

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

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 4 Jul 2008 84,614 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 76,685 miles
Fail 22 May 2007 76,683 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

excessive oil leak under car

n/s door mirror glass cracked

n/s inner cv boot leaking gear box oil

Pass 3 May 2006 64,292 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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P940 MKE is a 1997 Renault Megane in Yellow with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 P940 MKE, 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 P940 MKE registered?

P940 MKE is a 1997 Renault Megane, first registered on 15 March 1997.

Is P940 MKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P940 MKE shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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