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X365 VPJ

2000 Renault Megane Scenic

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2018
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

140,911 mi
Last recorded140,911 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2017
Typical for 2000 Renault Megane Scenic83,782 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX365 VPJ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane Scenic
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2017 140,911 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2017 140,911 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 10 Sep 2016 133,877 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2015 125,143 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 116,453 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2014

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Aug 2013 109,647 miles

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

Fail 17 Aug 2013 109,545 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Steering system lock to lock check exposes a seriously damaged brake hose (2.2.D.2b)

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

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

Offside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 7 Sep 2012 103,501 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2012 103,431 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Aug 2011 93,230 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 21 Aug 2010 82,960 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2010 82,958 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Pass 6 Jan 2010 80,734 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 12 Jan 2009 73,910 miles

front discs lightly worn.advise further inspection soon,

front pads look low...advise further inspection soon.

nearside mirror poor.

nearside rear tyre worn.

offside front tyre poor sidewalls.

rear pads look low...advise further inspection soon.

Pass 18 Jan 2008 66,236 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 59,627 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2007 59,627 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Slight damage to o/s/r tyre on side wall

Pass 25 Jan 2006 53,671 miles

How Reliable is the Renault Megane Scenic?

Based on 1,818,845 MOT tests across 145,724 vehicles.

66.2%
Pass Rate
6,520
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
145,724
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 116,922
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 68,848
constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing 66,630
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 58,928
Registration plate lamp not working 55,988
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X365 VPJ is a 2000 Renault Megane Scenic in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 2000 Renault Megane Scenic models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.4% with a typical mileage of 83,782 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Renault Megane Scenic fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 116,922 recorded failures. If you're considering buying X365 VPJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault Megane Scenic typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 26 years old, this Renault Megane Scenic is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was X365 VPJ registered?

X365 VPJ is a 2000 Renault Megane Scenic, first registered on 14 December 2000.

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