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EK08 SFJ

2008 Renault Megane

Gold Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2018
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

66,262 mi
Last recorded66,262 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2017
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK08 SFJ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2017 66,262 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 61,772 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2016 61,772 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Mar 2015 53,522 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2014 48,128 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2014 48,084 miles

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

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

Nearside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Fail 18 Mar 2013 40,493 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Mar 2013 40,493 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 33,183 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2012 33,183 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 31 Mar 2011 24,356 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 31 Mar 2011 24,356 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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EK08 SFJ is a 2008 Renault Megane in Gold with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 EK08 SFJ, 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 EK08 SFJ registered?

EK08 SFJ is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 27 March 2008.

Is EK08 SFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK08 SFJ shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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