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R73 RBV

1998 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

105,215 mi
Last recorded105,215 miles
Recorded on12 May 2016
Typical for 1998 Renault Megane81,964 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR73 RBV
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 May 2016 105,215 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 105,210 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2014 105,165 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 104,260 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 97,416 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2012

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

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

Offside Rear Body has a projection caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Pass 12 Mar 2011 88,433 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front brake discs are slightly pitted

Fail 8 Mar 2011 88,413 miles

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front brake discs are slightly pitted

Pass 22 Jan 2010 83,902 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 78,414 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 72,824 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2007 65,056 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2007 65,056 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2006 57,311 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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R73 RBV is a 1998 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 R73 RBV, 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 R73 RBV registered?

R73 RBV is a 1998 Renault Megane, first registered on 20 January 1998.

Is R73 RBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R73 RBV shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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