CarVerify

Free Car Check

DS57 TXD

2008 Renault Megane

Grey Diesel 1461cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2017
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

93,124 mi
Last recorded93,124 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2016
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Renault
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS57 TXD
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2016 93,124 miles

nsf inner steering joint worn/slight movement

nsr inner brake pad appears to be wearing slightly low/uneven

Pass 3 Feb 2015 80,240 miles

advise nsf-osf inner rack joint have excessive play/movement

Fail 3 Feb 2015 80,240 miles

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

advise nsf-osf inner rack joint have excessive play/movement

Pass 3 Feb 2014 66,734 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 54,074 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2013 54,074 miles

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

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

Both front tyres, tread edges are bald.

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Feb 2012 42,268 miles

n/s/r tyre outer tread edge is slightly bald an nail in tyre.

o/s/f tyre inner tread edge slightly bald.

o/s/r tyre outer tread edge is bald.

Fail 1 Feb 2012 42,268 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

n/s/r tyre outer tread edge is slightly bald an nail in tyre.

o/s/f tyre inner tread edge slightly bald.

o/s/r tyre outer tread edge is bald.

Pass 31 Jan 2011 27,042 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front 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
Full Renault Megane reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

DS57 TXD is a 2008 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 DS57 TXD, 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

How do I check the history of DS57 TXD?

You can check the full history of DS57 TXD by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was DS57 TXD registered?

DS57 TXD is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 23 January 2008.

Is DS57 TXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS57 TXD shows 9 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.

Does DS57 TXD have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on DS57 TXD. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.