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EK57 UTX

2008 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

87,148 mi
Last recorded87,148 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2024
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK57 UTX
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2024 87,148 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Jul 2024 87,148 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jul 2023 80,049 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel track rod to rack (2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel track rod to rack (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2022 71,080 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2021 64,706 miles

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

Play in nearside inner rack arm

Pass 22 Jul 2020 58,931 miles

Both rear tyres perishing

Offside front tyre wearing on edges and close in places

Play in nearside inner rack arm

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jul 2019 54,830 miles

Nearside Front tyre condition

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

Pass 18 Jul 2018 52,060 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2017 49,895 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 45,944 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

park brake efficiency at 16%

Pass 11 Feb 2015 38,624 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 35,056 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2013 30,475 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2012 25,823 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 20,137 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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EK57 UTX is a 2008 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 EK57 UTX, 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

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What year was EK57 UTX registered?

EK57 UTX is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 20 February 2008.

Is EK57 UTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK57 UTX shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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