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R105 XOL

1998 Renault Megane

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2019
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

100,690 mi
Last recorded100,690 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2018
Typical for 1998 Renault Megane81,964 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR105 XOL
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2018 100,690 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2018 100,684 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2016 99,943 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 98,518 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt OUTER (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 1 Oct 2015 98,518 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt OUTER (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 1 Jun 2012 98,087 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2012 98,087 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 6 May 2011 97,193 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 97,831 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 96,721 miles

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 9 May 2008 95,097 miles

compensator becoming stiff

nearside brake pad warning wire broken

rear lights have a slight bad earth

slight play in offside front anti roll wrap around bush

Fail 3 May 2008 95,063 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

compensator becoming stiff

nearside brake pad warning wire broken

rear lights have a slight bad earth

slight play in offside front anti roll wrap around bush

Pass 18 Apr 2007 93,229 miles

interior mirror requires attention soon

Fail 14 Apr 2007 92,922 miles

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

Offside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

interia mirror requires attention soon

Pass 20 Apr 2006 87,652 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2006 87,652 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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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R105 XOL is a 1998 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1998 Renault Megane models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.6% with a typical mileage of 81,964 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 R105 XOL, 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 28 years old, this Renault Megane is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R105 XOL registered?

R105 XOL is a 1998 Renault Megane, first registered on 2 February 1998.

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