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BU08 ZVT

2008 Renault Megane

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

81,592 mi
Last recorded81,592 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU08 ZVT
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Fail 19 Mar 2026 81,592 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 Mar 2025 77,058 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2024 72,771 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2024 72,770 miles

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

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

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Front Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel to the extent that safe steering is affected (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2023 68,561 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded/pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Mar 2022 66,033 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 63,459 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 62,405 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2020 62,405 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 19 Mar 2019 58,938 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 54,785 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Mar 2017 50,749 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2016 46,085 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 40,539 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2014 36,265 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 31,670 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 25,303 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 18,664 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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BU08 ZVT is a 2008 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BU08 ZVT, 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 BU08 ZVT registered?

BU08 ZVT is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 26 March 2008.

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