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5888ST16

1997 Renault Megane Scenic

Blue Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2012
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

269,879 mi
Last recorded269,879 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2011
Typical for 1997 Renault Megane Scenic95,924 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration5888ST16
MakeRenault
ModelMegane Scenic
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2011 269,879 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2011 269,872 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

advise o/s/r tyre nearing legal limit

engine oil leak at sump gasket

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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5888ST16 is a 1997 Renault Megane Scenic in Blue with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1997 Renault Megane Scenic models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.3% with a typical mileage of 95,924 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 Scenic fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 116,922 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 5888ST16, 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 29 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 5888ST16 registered?

5888ST16 is a 1997 Renault Megane Scenic, first registered on 19 April 1997.

Is 5888ST16 safe to buy?

The MOT history for 5888ST16 shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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