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FD08 HHV

2008 Renault Megane

Red Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2021
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

164,945 mi
Last recorded164,945 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2019
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD08 HHV
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2019 164,945 miles

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

Fail 26 Jun 2019 164,920 miles

Front Position lamp not working X2 both front (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end modification unsafe locking nut insecure (2.1.3 (f) (i))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment X2 both steering rack ends (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick metal to metal (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 7 Nov 2017 155,080 miles

All brake discs worn, but not seriously weakened

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6 mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 6 Nov 2017 155,080 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

All brake discs worn, but not seriously weakened

Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6 mm (4.1.E.1)

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 4 Nov 2016 138,075 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 114,946 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play rack end (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 30 Oct 2014 88,066 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 26 Oct 2013 64,977 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 26 Oct 2013 64,977 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Oct 2012 52,250 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 46,247 miles

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

Fail 11 Apr 2012 46,247 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 11 May 2011 37,076 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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FD08 HHV is a 2008 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 FD08 HHV, 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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FD08 HHV is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 13 June 2008.

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