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BC 8

2009 Renault Megane

Beige Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

128,405 mi
Last recorded128,405 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Renault Megane69,942 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBC 8
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2009
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 128,405 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2025 128,405 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Sep 2024 122,867 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Oct 2023 122,834 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Sep 2022 122,824 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 122,607 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2021 122,607 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Sep 2020 122,299 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 120,864 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 116,490 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 15,061 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 109,510 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2016 102,234 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2015 89,460 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 14 Jan 2014 75,691 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 60,512 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 42,902 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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BC 8 is a 2009 Renault Megane in Beige with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2009 Renault Megane models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 69,942 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 BC 8, 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 17 years old, this Renault Megane is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BC 8 registered?

BC 8 is a 2009 Renault Megane, first registered on 10 February 2009.

Is BC 8 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BC 8 shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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