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BL57 DHA

2008 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jan 2027
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

61,384 mi
Last recorded61,384 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL57 DHA
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2026 61,384 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2024 58,086 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2024 58,082 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 18 Dec 2023 53,736 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2022 49,565 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Sep 2022 49,565 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Sep 2021 43,493 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper shock absorber top mount/bearing notchy

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 31 Aug 2021 43,467 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Front Upper shock absorber top mount/bearing notchy

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 5 Aug 2020 36,418 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 33,874 miles

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play inner tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play inner tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 6 Aug 2019 33,874 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm worn on the outer edge (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm worn on the outer edge (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play inner tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords on tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play inner tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 1 Sep 2018 32,428 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 31,415 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 30,343 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2016 30,343 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Nov 2015 28,193 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2015 28,193 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2014 25,127 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 23,479 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 20,242 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 17,422 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 21 Nov 2011 17,422 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 7 Dec 2010 13,082 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

front and rear brake discs slightly scored, and pitted.

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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BL57 DHA 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 BL57 DHA, 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 BL57 DHA registered?

BL57 DHA is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 26 January 2008.

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