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FD08 UBA

2008 Renault Megane

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2023
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

79,618 mi
Last recorded79,618 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2022
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD08 UBA
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2022 79,618 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2021 76,370 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Outer casing corroded. (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Vehicle is fitted with under tray so there is a restricted view of some testable items.

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip. (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Jun 2021 76,315 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Outer casing corroded. (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Badly cracking between treads, no cords visible. *Advise Replacement* (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Badly cracking between treads, no cords visible. *Advise Replacement* (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Vehicle is fitted with under tray so there is a restricted view of some testable items.

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip. (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2020 72,160 miles

Nearside Head light is slightly dim when operated.

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both front shock absorbers outer casings are corroded. (5.3.2 (b))

Vehicle is fitted with under tray so there is a restricted view of some testable items.

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip. (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 May 2019 63,757 miles

Nearside Front Head light seams slightly dim when on dip beam.

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded. (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded. (5.3.2 (b))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) N/S and O/S. ()

Vehicle is fitted with under shield so there is a restricted view of some testable items.

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip. (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 29 May 2019 63,757 miles

Nearside Front Head light seams slightly dim when on dip beam.

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded. (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded. (5.3.2 (b))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) N/S and O/S. ()

Vehicle is fitted with under shield so there is a restricted view of some testable items.

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip. (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 May 2018 55,820 miles

Nearside Front Head light seams dim when on.

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Vehicle is fitted with under tray so there is a restricted view of some testable items.

Fail 16 May 2018 55,820 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Head light seams dim when on.

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Vehicle is fitted with under tray so there is a restricted view of some testable items.

Pass 18 May 2017 47,112 miles

Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing BOTH (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH (3.5.1i)

Fail 17 May 2017 47,112 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak BOTH (2.7.3)

Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing BOTH (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 May 2016 39,102 miles
Fail 16 May 2016 39,102 miles

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

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

Pass 13 May 2015 35,327 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 13 May 2015 35,327 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Jun 2014 31,171 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 26,403 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 21,535 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 17,081 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2011 17,081 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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FD08 UBA is a 2008 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 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 FD08 UBA, 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 UBA is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 3 June 2008.

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