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DS08 SKD

2008 Renault Megane

Gold Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

88,068 mi
Last recorded88,068 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2019
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS08 SKD
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2019 88,068 miles

Engine covers and Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Jul 2018 81,286 miles

under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components to be checked

Fail 13 Jul 2018 81,286 miles

Offside Driver's view of an obligatory external mirror materially affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components to be checked

Pass 18 Sep 2017 77,308 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both side (3.5.1i)

Fail 15 Sep 2017 77,301 miles

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

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

Pass 27 Sep 2016 69,066 miles

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

Fail 21 Sep 2016 69,054 miles

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

Offside Front Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has excessive play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Offside Front Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2015 56,244 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 44,433 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 35,600 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2013 35,600 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2012 24,281 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 18,869 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 18,196 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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DS08 SKD is a 2008 Renault Megane in Gold with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 DS08 SKD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DS08 SKD registered?

DS08 SKD is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 12 August 2008.

Is DS08 SKD safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS08 SKD shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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