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8299 MY

2009 Renault Megane

Grey Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

54,613 mi
Last recorded54,613 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Renault Megane69,942 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration8299 MY
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 54,613 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2026 54,613 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn badly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2025 53,103 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2024 52,206 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2023 50,728 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2023 50,726 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 13 Jan 2022 48,336 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2021 46,706 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2020 45,342 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2020 45,342 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 17 Jan 2019 41,335 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 37,984 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2018 37,984 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Jan 2017 34,605 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 29,473 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 24,529 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 19,738 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 15,943 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2013 15,943 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Feb 2012 12,525 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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8299 MY is a 2009 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2009 Renault Megane models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 69,942 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 8299 MY, 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 17 years old, this Renault Megane is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was 8299 MY registered?

8299 MY is a 2009 Renault Megane, first registered on 31 January 2009.

Is 8299 MY safe to buy?

The MOT history for 8299 MY shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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