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BG08 RUY

2008 Renault Megane

Gold Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2022
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

150,015 mi
Last recorded150,015 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2021
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG08 RUY
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2021 150,015 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Oct 2020 144,666 miles

Central Rear Exhaust mounting defective spliting (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Upper mc person strut light misting of oil

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

Offside Rear Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Fail 29 Oct 2020 144,666 miles

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

Central Rear Exhaust mounting defective spliting (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Upper mc person strut light misting of oil

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

Offside Rear Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 18 Nov 2019 139,300 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2018 132,628 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2018 132,620 miles

Nearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 20 Nov 2017 123,844 miles

Front Steering pivot point has slight play n/s & o/s rack-ends (2.2.B.1g)

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

Pass 22 Nov 2016 114,511 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 22 Nov 2016 114,511 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Nov 2015 105,395 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 96,368 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 23 Dec 2013 84,819 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2013 83,968 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 24 Jul 2013 83,968 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2012 68,163 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Slight damage on rear bumper

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 23 Jun 2011 53,820 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Jun 2011 53,820 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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BG08 RUY is a 2008 Renault Megane in Gold with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 RUY, 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 RUY registered?

BG08 RUY is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 26 June 2008.

Is BG08 RUY safe to buy?

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