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AC08 VCL

2008 Renault Megane

Blue Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

107,655 mi
Last recorded107,655 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2019
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2019 107,655 miles

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 12 Apr 2018 94,718 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 88,614 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both front ()

Fail 7 Apr 2017 88,614 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both front ()

Pass 20 Apr 2016 78,468 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2016 78,468 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 17 Apr 2015 69,805 miles

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 17 Apr 2015 69,804 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 25 Apr 2014 59,286 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 48,208 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 33,440 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 19,623 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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AC08 VCL is a 2008 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VCL, 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 AC08 VCL registered?

AC08 VCL is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is AC08 VCL safe to buy?

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