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DG08 ZSJ

2008 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2024
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

87,169 mi
Last recorded87,169 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2023
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG08 ZSJ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2023 87,169 miles

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 16 Jun 2023 87,165 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative hazards faulty intermittently coming on and off and effecting directional indicators (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 23 Jun 2022 77,622 miles

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

Fail 21 Jun 2022 77,621 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Dec 2020 76,959 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Dec 2020 76,959 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 4 Jun 2019 66,368 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 58,923 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 58,917 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 54,669 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 53,807 miles

Nearside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside n/s inner steering arm has slight play

Offside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front top mount noisy but no play

Fail 23 Apr 2016 53,807 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside n/s inner steering arm has slight play

Offside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front top mount noisy but no play

Pass 9 Apr 2015 47,890 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

n/s rear tyre getting low

very slight play n/s inner rack ball joint

Pass 14 Apr 2014 41,603 miles

Rear brake discs getting corroded and worn.

Fail 9 Apr 2013 36,995 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Apr 2013 36,995 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2012 30,695 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 24,398 miles
Fail 26 May 2011 24,398 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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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DG08 ZSJ is a 2008 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 DG08 ZSJ, 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 DG08 ZSJ registered?

DG08 ZSJ is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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