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FG08 DWC

2008 Renault Megane

Grey Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

99,315 mi
Last recorded99,315 miles
Recorded on19 May 2023
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 DWC
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 May 2023 99,315 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect ALL (5.3.2 (d))

Fail 19 May 2023 99,315 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb fitted incorrectly (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect ALL (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 4 May 2022 87,646 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged Cover. ()

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

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

Fail 3 May 2022 87,646 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Rear Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases DPF pressure sensor hose. (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged Cover. ()

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 13 May 2021 75,017 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 May 2020 62,876 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 46,982 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2018 33,203 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 26,116 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2017 26,116 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 1 Apr 2016 23,868 miles

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

Fail 1 Apr 2016 23,868 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 1 Apr 2015 22,043 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 19,928 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres perished and cracked on inner and outer side wall shoulders.

both rear tyres perished and cracked on inner and outer side wall shoulders.

Pass 3 Apr 2013 17,583 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 14,174 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 10,745 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 6,953 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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FG08 DWC is a 2008 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FG08 DWC, 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 FG08 DWC registered?

FG08 DWC is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 7 May 2008.

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The MOT history for FG08 DWC shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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