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A3 FLP

2008 Renault Megane

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

62,108 mi
Last recorded62,108 miles
Recorded on15 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 FLP
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 May 2025 62,108 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both side lip (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive transmission side (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip in swept area (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 May 2024 59,525 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 8 May 2024 59,464 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 May 2023 57,064 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Nearside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play inner tie rod end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play inner tie rod end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 May 2022 54,553 miles

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively insecure (1.6 (d))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 May 2021 52,570 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Lipped / Worn. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn close to legal limit. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Lipped / Worn. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Steering Arm, Slight Play.

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 May 2020 50,589 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 29 May 2020 50,589 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 May 2019 48,008 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 May 2018 44,916 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 May 2017 41,371 miles

Front tyres wearing unevenly

Pass 25 May 2016 37,625 miles
Fail 25 May 2016 37,625 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 33,456 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2014 28,442 miles

offside rear tyre on 3mm

Fail 18 Apr 2014 28,442 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

offside rear tyre on 3mm

Pass 23 Apr 2013 24,010 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 18,257 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 13,097 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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A3 FLP is a 2008 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2008 Renault Megane models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 67,006 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 A3 FLP, 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 18 years old, this Renault Megane is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A3 FLP registered?

A3 FLP is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 20 June 2008.

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The MOT history for A3 FLP shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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