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P96 HRB

1997 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2010
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

59,701 mi
Last recorded59,701 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2009
Typical for 1997 Renault Megane85,670 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP96 HRB
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 8 Oct 2009 59,701 miles

Engine oil leaking on to brake master cylinder

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Small cracks in front o/s tyre tread

Pass 8 Oct 2009 59,701 miles

Engine oil leaking on to brake master cylinder

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Small cracks in front o/s tyre tread

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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P96 HRB is a 1997 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 P96 HRB, 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

How do I check the history of P96 HRB?

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What year was P96 HRB registered?

P96 HRB is a 1997 Renault Megane, first registered on 22 May 1997.

Is P96 HRB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P96 HRB shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P96 HRB have outstanding finance?

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