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A5 JUB

1997 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

112,461 mi
Last recorded112,461 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2014
Typical for 1997 Renault Megane85,670 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 JUB
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2014 112,461 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2013 107,815 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2012 103,374 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Mar 2012 103,374 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2011 98,654 miles

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 24 Oct 2009 92,061 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2008 83,131 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2007 78,657 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2006 72,405 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2005 63,543 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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A5 JUB is a 1997 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1997 Renault Megane models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.0% with a typical mileage of 85,670 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 A5 JUB, 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 29 years old, this Renault Megane is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A5 JUB?

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What year was A5 JUB registered?

A5 JUB is a 1997 Renault Megane, first registered on 15 August 1997.

Is A5 JUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A5 JUB shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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