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FD08 UHW

2008 Renault Megane

Black Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2017
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

101,816 mi
Last recorded101,816 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2016
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD08 UHW
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2016 101,816 miles

Front number plate damaged

Nearside Front steering arm has slight play

Offside Front Lower ball joint has slight play

Rear shock absorbers corroded

Fail 27 Apr 2015 87,673 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 27 Apr 2015 87,673 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2013 83,080 miles

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

slight play in nearside front steering arm inner joint

Pass 24 Sep 2013 83,080 miles

slight play in nearside front steering arm inner joint

Fail 29 Sep 2012 66,913 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front wiper blades deteriorated

Pass 29 Sep 2012 66,913 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front wiper blades deteriorated

Pass 1 Oct 2011 48,082 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2011 47,993 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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 UHW is a 2008 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 UHW, 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 FD08 UHW registered?

FD08 UHW is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 4 June 2008.

Is FD08 UHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD08 UHW shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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