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AE57 SWX

2008 Renault Megane

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2024
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

139,971 mi
Last recorded139,971 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2023
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE57 SWX
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2023 139,971 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2023 139,970 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2022 129,896 miles

Exhaust slight Blow on joint

Fail 10 Jan 2022 129,895 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced Sill damaged and has hole (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust slight Blow on joint

Pass 9 Jan 2021 126,863 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2021 126,863 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed tyre worn to 3mm and has a deep cut in the tread face exposing the cords 205/55R16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Sep 2019 118,450 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2019 118,450 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 28 Aug 2018 105,237 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 92,853 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 25 Sep 2017 92,853 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 7 Sep 2016 83,824 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2015 71,919 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

o/s/front bumper loose

rear tyres perrished

Pass 18 Sep 2014 60,668 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Original battery fitted

Slight seep of grease from nearside front inner driveshaft boot

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Sep 2013 49,887 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Fuel pump noisy

Spare tyre pressure not checked due to load in boot

Timing belt due for replacement?

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

clutch biting point high (also mat removed from behind pedals)

Fail 9 Sep 2013 49,887 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Fuel pump noisy

Spare tyre pressure not checked due to load in boot

Timing belt due for replacement?

Unable to remove bulb from offside headlamp in situ (access by touch only, bulb too tight, possible headlamp required? removal of headlamp unit next step)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

clutch biting point high (also mat removed from behind pedals)

Pass 24 Aug 2012 38,059 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 25,927 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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AE57 SWX is a 2008 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AE57 SWX, 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 AE57 SWX registered?

AE57 SWX is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 21 February 2008.

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