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FD08 UCB

2008 Renault Megane

Black Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

34,700 mi
Last recorded34,700 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD08 UCB
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 34,700 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2025 34,074 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2024 33,196 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2023 31,831 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2022 30,132 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 29,252 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2020 28,828 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 27,633 miles

Engine cover and undertray fitted, preventing full inspection of some components.

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 22 May 2018 26,158 miles

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

Fail 22 May 2018 26,158 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 8 May 2017 23,659 miles

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

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 5 May 2016 21,266 miles

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

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

very slight play in nearside steering rack

Pass 5 May 2015 17,908 miles

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

slight play in nearside front steering rack inner joint

Pass 30 Apr 2014 15,109 miles

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

Fail 30 Apr 2014 15,109 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 22 May 2013 12,657 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 11,029 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 17 May 2011 8,678 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 UCB is a 2008 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 UCB, 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 FD08 UCB registered?

FD08 UCB is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 28 May 2008.

Is FD08 UCB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD08 UCB shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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