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BG08 RRZ

2008 Renault Megane

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

90,808 mi
Last recorded90,808 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2020
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG08 RRZ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2020 90,808 miles

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

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

Fail 27 Jul 2020 90,808 miles

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

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

Pass 3 Aug 2019 82,693 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 79,384 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end slightly play

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2017 73,076 miles

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

under covers fitted

Pass 18 Aug 2016 68,784 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 59,540 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)

Pass 22 Aug 2014 48,545 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Aug 2013 37,774 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Sep 2012 28,535 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2012 28,535 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Jan 2012 25,665 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 22,021 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2011 22,020 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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BG08 RRZ is a 2008 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,598cc petrol 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 BG08 RRZ, 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 BG08 RRZ registered?

BG08 RRZ is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 21 July 2008.

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