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A3 FJW

2011 Renault Megane

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

16,259 mi
Last recorded16,259 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2025
Typical for 2011 Renault Megane69,731 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 FJW
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2025 16,259 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2024 13,577 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 13,294 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2022 12,531 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2021 11,718 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2021 11,718 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Apr 2020 11,395 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 10,271 miles

Brake Fluid Dirty

Front Wipers Slightly Smearing

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Apr 2018 9,158 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2018 9,158 miles

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)

Pass 26 Apr 2017 8,245 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 7,013 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 5,570 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 4,110 miles

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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A3 FJW is a 2011 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2011 Renault Megane models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 69,731 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 A3 FJW, 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 15 years old, this Renault Megane is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A3 FJW registered?

A3 FJW is a 2011 Renault Megane, first registered on 28 April 2011.

Is A3 FJW safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 FJW shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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