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P116 PEW

1997 Renault Megane Scenic

Silver Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

181,230 mi
Last recorded181,230 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2009
Typical for 1997 Renault Megane Scenic95,924 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP116 PEW
MakeRenault
ModelMegane Scenic
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2009 181,230 miles

N/S HEADLAMP GLASS CRACKED BUT PATTERN O.K

N/S/R TYRE STARTED TO PERISH

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Oil leak

Pass 9 Sep 2008 172,700 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2008 172,669 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 23 Aug 2007 159,214 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2007 159,214 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 Aug 2006 148,973 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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P116 PEW is a 1997 Renault Megane Scenic in Silver with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 P116 PEW, 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 P116 PEW registered?

P116 PEW is a 1997 Renault Megane Scenic, first registered on 29 May 1997.

Is P116 PEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P116 PEW shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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