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BG57 JVD

2008 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

147,014 mi
Last recorded147,014 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG57 JVD
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 147,014 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

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

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Fail 24 Feb 2026 147,012 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

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

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Pass 26 Feb 2025 139,681 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Fail 26 Feb 2025 139,679 miles

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Pass 22 Feb 2024 130,270 miles

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Feb 2024 130,269 miles

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

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2023 119,707 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2022 112,909 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2022 112,908 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2021 105,352 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2020 98,642 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2020 98,642 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 7 Feb 2019 90,477 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2018 81,696 miles

slight play o/s/f steering arm

Pass 30 Jan 2017 72,515 miles

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

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Feb 2016 63,960 miles

slight play in steering rack inner joints

Pass 9 Feb 2015 53,672 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 43,280 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 34,685 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2013 34,684 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2012 28,065 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2012 28,064 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Feb 2011 19,970 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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BG57 JVD is a 2008 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 BG57 JVD, 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 BG57 JVD registered?

BG57 JVD is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 29 February 2008.

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