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S166 FGU

1999 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

126,303 mi
Last recorded126,303 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2012
Typical for 1999 Renault Megane77,570 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS166 FGU
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2012 126,303 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 117,936 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 110,862 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2010 110,862 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

o/s/r outer sidelight not working

o/s/r tyre worn low,perished and worn out on inner edge

slight blow to rear exhaust

Pass 30 Apr 2009 98,489 miles

rear no plate fading

slight blow rear exhaust joint

Fail 30 Apr 2009 98,489 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

rear no plate fading

slight blow rear exhaust joint

Pass 1 May 2008 89,801 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 81,858 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2006 70,567 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

oil leak

spare tyre defective

Pass 7 Jan 2006 70,567 miles

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

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

oil leak

spare tyre defective

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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S166 FGU is a 1999 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1999 Renault Megane models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.0% with a typical mileage of 77,570 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 S166 FGU, 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 27 years old, this Renault Megane is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S166 FGU registered?

S166 FGU is a 1999 Renault Megane, first registered on 14 January 1999.

Is S166 FGU safe to buy?

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