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P967 SFL

1997 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2011
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

136,782 mi
Last recorded136,782 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2010
Typical for 1997 Renault Megane85,670 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP967 SFL
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Fail 1 Nov 2010 136,782 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 1 Nov 2010 136,782 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 12 Nov 2009 133,094 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

unable to inspect brake pipes nsr due to exhaust heat shield

Pass 12 Nov 2009 133,094 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

unable to inspect brake pipes nsr due to exhaust heat shield

Pass 25 Nov 2008 131,735 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

slight corrosion to both rear inner wheel arches

unable to inspect nsr section of metal brake pipe due to exhaust heat sheild

Pass 27 Nov 2007 130,846 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2007 130,846 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 28 Nov 2006 130,019 miles

Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

nsr tyre puncture repaired, unable to see nsr brake pipes.

Pass 24 Nov 2005 128,451 miles

Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

unable to see nsr brake pipes (cover obsructing view, osf inner cv boot split.

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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P967 SFL is a 1997 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 P967 SFL, 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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P967 SFL is a 1997 Renault Megane, first registered on 16 June 1997.

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