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DS08 SKJ

2008 Renault Megane

Gold Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

43,155 mi
Last recorded43,155 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 43,155 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2024 40,462 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2023 36,619 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2022 34,401 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 31,188 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 29,535 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2019 27,564 miles

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

Fail 14 Oct 2019 27,564 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2018 24,755 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 22,155 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 19,774 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 18,069 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 15,870 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 13,888 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2013 13,888 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Sep 2012 11,697 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Jun 2011 7,374 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 SKJ is a 2008 Renault Megane in Gold with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 SKJ, 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 DS08 SKJ registered?

DS08 SKJ is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 9 August 2008.

Is DS08 SKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS08 SKJ shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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