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BJ58 MFN

2008 Renault Megane

Black Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2017
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

83,468 mi
Last recorded83,468 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2016
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ58 MFN
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2016 83,468 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 31 Aug 2016 83,468 miles

Nearside Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 2 Sep 2015 72,047 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2015 72,720 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2014 57,496 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 27 Jul 2013 43,907 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 33,321 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2012 33,321 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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BJ58 MFN is a 2008 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 BJ58 MFN, 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 BJ58 MFN registered?

BJ58 MFN is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 18 November 2008.

Is BJ58 MFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ58 MFN shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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