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R159 GPU

1998 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2011
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

86,873 mi
Last recorded86,873 miles
Recorded on6 May 2010
Typical for 1998 Renault Megane81,964 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR159 GPU
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 May 2010 86,873 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 75,891 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 63,575 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2007 63,575 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 13 Jul 2007 63,502 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

crack in rear number plate

off side rear number plate bullb holder loose

Fail 20 Jul 2006 49,157 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 20 Jul 2006 49,157 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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R159 GPU is a 1998 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 R159 GPU, 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 R159 GPU registered?

R159 GPU is a 1998 Renault Megane, first registered on 31 March 1998.

Is R159 GPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R159 GPU shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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