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BG08 RXJ

2008 Renault Megane

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2016
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

77,176 mi
Last recorded77,176 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2016
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG08 RXJ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Fail 18 Mar 2016 77,176 miles

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

Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel both sides (2.2.A.1b)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

under-trays and engine covers fitted obscuring some components

Fail 12 Mar 2015 71,376 miles

Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 12 Mar 2015 71,376 miles

Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2014 65,063 miles

Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2013 59,413 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 20 Mar 2012 54,770 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 31,027 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 RXJ is a 2008 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 RXJ, 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 RXJ registered?

BG08 RXJ is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 13 June 2008.

Is BG08 RXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG08 RXJ shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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