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BJ08 XVC

2008 Renault Megane

Gold Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2022
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

111,592 mi
Last recorded111,592 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2021
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ08 XVC
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2021 111,592 miles

Both front brake discs corroded.

Both front shock absorbers corroded.

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

Undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of vehicle.

Fail 12 Feb 2021 111,583 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Both front brake discs corroded.

Both front shock absorbers corroded.

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

Undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of vehicle.

Pass 27 Jan 2020 104,815 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Jan 2020 104,815 miles

Nearside Front Outer Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2019 92,476 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 Jan 2018 78,372 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2018 78,372 miles

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

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Nearside wear in steering rack

Pass 14 Feb 2017 66,480 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 63,253 miles

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

Nearside rear brake binding slightly

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 21 May 2013 55,080 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Jul 2012 49,040 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 17 Jul 2012 49,034 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 15 Nov 2011 45,042 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 42,598 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)

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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BJ08 XVC is a 2008 Renault Megane in Gold with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 BJ08 XVC, 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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BJ08 XVC is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 6 June 2008.

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