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EF08 SFN

2008 Renault Megane

Green Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2021
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

77,188 mi
Last recorded77,188 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2020
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF08 SFN
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2020 77,188 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2020 77,188 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 29 Jul 2019 73,698 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2019 73,698 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2018 70,011 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2018 70,006 miles

Nearside Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel to the extent that safe steering is affected (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 28 Jul 2017 65,157 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 61,130 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 58,897 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 57,386 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 52,619 miles

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

Fail 23 Aug 2013 52,619 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Aug 2012 45,331 miles

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 24 Aug 2012 45,293 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

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

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

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 2 Aug 2011 35,395 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2011 35,395 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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EF08 SFN is a 2008 Renault Megane in Green with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 EF08 SFN, 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 EF08 SFN registered?

EF08 SFN is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 15 August 2008.

Is EF08 SFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF08 SFN shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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