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R109 JYG

1998 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

118,939 mi
Last recorded118,939 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2012
Typical for 1998 Renault Megane81,964 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR109 JYG
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Fail 15 Mar 2012 118,939 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak

Pass 15 Mar 2012 118,939 miles

Oil leak

Pass 10 Mar 2011 114,650 miles

Lower Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil leak

Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 6 Mar 2010 109,577 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Pass 14 Feb 2009 104,437 miles

Front Lower Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Mar 2008 100,650 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Pass 12 Mar 2007 94,692 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2006 89,531 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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R109 JYG is a 1998 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,598cc 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 R109 JYG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R109 JYG registered?

R109 JYG is a 1998 Renault Megane, first registered on 29 April 1998.

Is R109 JYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R109 JYG 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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