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N213 FWJ

1996 Renault Megane

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

132,058 mi
Last recorded132,058 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2010
Typical for 1996 Renault Megane86,466 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN213 FWJ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2010 132,058 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 11 Jan 2010 132,054 miles

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Outer Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 4 Dec 2008 127,252 miles

front brake discs worn

front brake pads low

Pass 11 Dec 2007 124,626 miles

rear brake pads low

Fail 5 Dec 2007 124,589 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

rear brake pads low

Pass 12 Dec 2006 120,134 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2005 109,627 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2005 109,627 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Inner Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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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N213 FWJ is a 1996 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1996 Renault Megane models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.1% with a typical mileage of 86,466 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 N213 FWJ, 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 30 years old, this Renault Megane is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N213 FWJ registered?

N213 FWJ is a 1996 Renault Megane, first registered on 14 June 1996.

Is N213 FWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for N213 FWJ shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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