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AU08 URF

2008 Renault Megane

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

108,436 mi
Last recorded108,436 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2021
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU08 URF
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2021 108,436 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Feb 2021 108,427 miles

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2020 103,266 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres worn on inner and outer edges. (5.2.3 (e))

undertrays fitted as standard not allowing full inspection of all items.

Pass 12 Jan 2019 94,924 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 7 Feb 2018 87,332 miles

passenger airbag has been turned off.

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

handbrake Handel slightly loose.

nsf tyre worn on both edges.

osf lower arm rear bush starting to separate, not yet giving any movement.

slight play in steering rack/ os inner rack joint.

slight tyre damage osf outer sidewall.

Fail 1 Feb 2018 87,292 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported rear and middle hanger broken. (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

handbrake Handel slightly loose.

nsf tyre worn on both edges.

passenger airbag has been turned off.

play inner rack joints, ns quite bad.

slight tyre damage osf outer sidewall.

Pass 3 Feb 2017 80,277 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 3 Feb 2017 80,277 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (1.1.C.1a)

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (1.1.C.1a)

Pass 25 Jan 2016 68,373 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside windscreen wiper is split

undertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 25 Jan 2016 68,373 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside windscreen wiper is split

undertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Jan 2015 56,680 miles

slight bind offside rear

Pass 29 Jan 2014 50,433 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 30 Jan 2013 42,982 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nail in offside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Feb 2012 37,100 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 27,935 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)

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

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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AU08 URF is a 2008 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 AU08 URF, 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 AU08 URF registered?

AU08 URF is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 27 March 2008.

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