Official DVLA Record

1997 Renault Megane 1.6L Petrol · R496 ATR

R496 ATR

1997 Renault Megane (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01/08/1997. Recorded mileage 92,235 miles. MOT status: Expired. Currently declared SORN.

Make & Model
RENAULT MEGANE
Year / Origin
1997 · Reading
MOT Status
Valid until 24/06/2026
Road Tax
SORN
Recorded Mileage
92,235 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 1.6L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 24/06/2026
Tax Status
SORN
Statutory Off Road (SORN)
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
1997
Engine
1598cc

R496 ATR Key Findings

  • 2 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 26/06/2025
  • 92,235 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring lighting items (3 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
60
/ 100 · Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
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R496 ATR Mileage History

  1. 16/11/202292,211 mi
  2. 26/06/202592,235 mi+24 mi

Average of roughly 9 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.

R496 ATR MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 1 Sept 2026, 11:56
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

2 MOT tests are recorded for this 1997 Renault Megane (R496 ATR) between November 2022 and June 2025.

The record contains 2 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 6 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (3 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 6 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

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ADVISORY