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AF08 GLK

2008 Renault Megane

Black Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

132,295 mi
Last recorded132,295 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2020
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF08 GLK
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2020 132,295 miles

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

Fail 13 Aug 2020 132,285 miles

Central Rear Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2019 110,973 miles

slight play in n/s rack arm

Fail 17 Jul 2019 110,970 miles

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

Offside Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

parking brake lever slight sticking

slight play in n/s rack arm

Pass 17 Aug 2018 87,071 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2017 85,642 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 84,267 miles

Engine cover fitted obscuring view of components

Handbrake lever is stiff to realese

Under tray fitted obscuring view of components

Pass 10 Sep 2015 78,761 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 2 Oct 2014 70,110 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)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 30 Sep 2014 70,040 miles

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

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Oct 2013 64,108 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 55,854 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 47,563 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 45,211 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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AF08 GLK is a 2008 Renault Megane in Black 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 AF08 GLK, 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 AF08 GLK registered?

AF08 GLK is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 19 June 2008.

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