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BT08 BLJ

2008 Renault Megane

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

91,520 mi
Last recorded91,520 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2018
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT08 BLJ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2018 91,520 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 85,136 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2017 85,136 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 21 Sep 2016 74,356 miles

Both OS road wheels have some buckling to inner edges

Fail 17 Sep 2016 74,356 miles

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

Steering column locking device missing (2.1.6)

Both OS road wheels have some buckling to inner edges

Pass 18 Sep 2015 63,122 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 52,479 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2014 52,473 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

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

Pass 8 Jul 2013 50,028 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

n/s/f wiper blade deteriorated

Fail 2 Jul 2012 44,096 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Jul 2012 44,096 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 35,538 miles

Nearside Rear 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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BT08 BLJ is a 2008 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 BT08 BLJ, 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 BT08 BLJ registered?

BT08 BLJ is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is BT08 BLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT08 BLJ shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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