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V160 DRR

2000 Renault Megane

Grey Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

196,918 mi
Last recorded196,918 miles
Recorded on18 May 2013
Typical for 2000 Renault Megane74,770 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV160 DRR
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 May 2013 196,918 miles

Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

rear exhaust rubber deteriorated

surface corrosion to outer sills and rear wheel rches

Pass 25 Apr 2012 176,377 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2012 176,374 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

n/s front disc corroded (outer)

Pass 4 May 2011 165,298 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 155,154 miles
Fail 17 May 2010 155,148 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 6 May 2009 142,740 miles
Fail 5 May 2009 142,732 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 9 May 2008 130,764 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 119,718 miles
Fail 18 May 2007 119,712 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 May 2006 106,761 miles

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

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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V160 DRR is a 2000 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2000 Renault Megane models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.1% with a typical mileage of 74,770 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 V160 DRR, 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 26 years old, this Renault Megane is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was V160 DRR registered?

V160 DRR is a 2000 Renault Megane, first registered on 20 January 2000.

Is V160 DRR safe to buy?

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