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BG08 XPV

2008 Renault Megane

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2022
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

151,957 mi
Last recorded151,957 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2021
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2021 151,957 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both front sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Fail 7 Jun 2021 151,957 miles

Offside Front Coil spring mounting fractured (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both front sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Front Inner Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2020 146,946 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 20 Jun 2020 146,946 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 28 Jun 2019 142,707 miles

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

Fail 21 Jun 2019 142,694 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2018 131,562 miles

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

Under trays fitted not allowing of full suspension of components

Pass 4 Mar 2017 118,672 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2017 118,672 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 15 Feb 2016 109,308 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 15 Feb 2016 109,308 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Front brake disc's corroded

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 12 Mar 2015 91,218 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

The N/S & O/S front tyres are wearing sharply on the inner & outer shoulders.

Pass 12 Mar 2015 91,218 miles

The N/S & O/S front tyres are wearing sharply on the inner & outer shoulders.

Fail 21 Feb 2014 71,770 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2014 71,770 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 52,834 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 35,075 miles
Fail 18 May 2012 35,075 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Jul 2011 16,523 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 XPV is a 2008 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XPV, 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 XPV registered?

BG08 XPV is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 22 May 2008.

Is BG08 XPV safe to buy?

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