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AC08 BCO

2008 Renault Megane

Blue Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2023
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

93,243 mi
Last recorded93,243 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2022
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC08 BCO
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2022 93,243 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play both sides inner and outer (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Dec 2020 88,130 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2020 77,703 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated outer (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

slight smear from the front wiper blades

Pass 15 Nov 2018 71,248 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 15 Nov 2018 71,247 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Jun 2017 64,789 miles

child seat fitted can not check seat belt fully

nearside front abs wire bracket broken where meets lower arm

nearside front inner rack joint has sight play

nearside front tyre is wearing on edges of tread

rear brake discs have corrosion on faces

service light is on

Pass 18 Jun 2016 60,241 miles

near side front tyre wearing slightly unevenly on the inner and outer edges

slight front inner rack play both sides

Pass 6 May 2015 53,898 miles
Fail 6 May 2015 53,898 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 12 May 2014 46,943 miles

offside front tyre has small cut deep enough to reach cords (not greater than 10% surface width of tread)

service light illuminated

Fail 12 May 2014 46,943 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

offside front tyre has small cut deep enough to reach cords (not greater than 10% surface width of tread)

service light illuminated

Pass 17 May 2013 39,394 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 18 May 2012 32,219 miles

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

Offside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

offside front wiper blade slightly deteriorated

Pass 19 May 2011 25,570 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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AC08 BCO is a 2008 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 AC08 BCO, 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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AC08 BCO is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 30 May 2008.

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