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DU08 VZX

2008 Renault Megane

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2024
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

82,982 mi
Last recorded82,982 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2023
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU08 VZX
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2023 82,982 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 3 Mar 2023 82,978 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Mar 2022 79,955 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Mar 2021 77,979 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2020 75,476 miles

Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2019 69,188 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 62,372 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 55,700 miles

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

Fail 24 Mar 2017 55,700 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2016 50,799 miles

n/s/r tyre has a cut in tread but not quite deep enough to reach cords

slight play o/s inner rack joint

Fail 21 Mar 2016 50,799 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

n/s/r tyre has a cut in tread but not quite deep enough to reach cords

slight play o/s inner rack joint

Pass 13 Mar 2015 45,711 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 41,163 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2013 37,228 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Mar 2013 37,228 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 33,362 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2011 27,106 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Mar 2011 27,106 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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DU08 VZX is a 2008 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 DU08 VZX, 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 DU08 VZX registered?

DU08 VZX is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 28 March 2008.

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