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R101 RJB

1998 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

136,242 mi
Last recorded136,242 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2012
Typical for 1998 Renault Megane81,964 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR101 RJB
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2012 136,242 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 125,723 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2010 119,218 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 111,339 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2009 111,339 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 12 Mar 2008 103,686 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 95,343 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 86,299 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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R101 RJB is a 1998 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1998 Renault Megane models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.6% with a typical mileage of 81,964 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 R101 RJB, 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 28 years old, this Renault Megane is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R101 RJB registered?

R101 RJB is a 1998 Renault Megane, first registered on 29 May 1998.

Is R101 RJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R101 RJB shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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