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R109 DVR

1998 Renault Megane

Blue Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2009
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

145,395 mi
Last recorded145,395 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2008
Typical for 1998 Renault Megane81,964 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR109 DVR
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2008 145,395 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2008 145,372 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose stretched (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Oct 2007 124,777 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2007 124,776 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut is slightly stiff in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front Macpherson strut is slightly stiff in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

underpan guard insecure

Pass 19 Oct 2006 105,165 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2005 98,407 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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R109 DVR is a 1998 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 R109 DVR, 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 R109 DVR registered?

R109 DVR is a 1998 Renault Megane, first registered on 30 June 1998.

Is R109 DVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R109 DVR shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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