CarVerify

Free Car Check

FG08 POA

2008 Renault Megane

Grey Petrol 1598cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

114,794 mi
Last recorded114,794 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2019
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Renault
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 POA
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2019 114,794 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

clutch shot

column switches play

n/s headlamp poor intensity

o/s mirror damage

o/s/f wishbone rear bush wear/seperating

oil leak,underbody contamination

rear brake imbalance,n/s handbrake poor

Fail 20 Mar 2019 114,794 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

clutch shot

column switches play

n/s headlamp poor intensity

o/s mirror damage

o/s/f wishbone rear bush wear/seperating

oil leak,underbody contamination

rear brake imbalance,n/s handbrake poor

Pass 26 Mar 2018 103,448 miles

Oil leak ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

emissions erratic

handbrake poor,front pads wear

o/s mirror damaged

switches play @ top column area

Fail 26 Mar 2018 103,448 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Oil leak ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

emissions erratic

handbrake poor,front pads wear

o/s mirror damaged

switches play @ top column area

Pass 20 Mar 2017 90,440 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 11 Mar 2016 76,276 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

both steering arm slight play

n/s/r brake slighty binding

o/s mirrior glass damaged

Pass 19 Mar 2015 64,434 miles

o/s steering arm slight play

Fail 19 Mar 2015 64,434 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

o/s steering arm slight play

Pass 18 Mar 2014 51,746 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Fail 12 Mar 2014 51,746 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Pass 13 Mar 2013 40,307 miles

front pads low

Pass 9 Mar 2012 29,103 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 18,103 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
Full Renault Megane reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

FG08 POA is a 2008 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol 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 FG08 POA, 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

How do I check the history of FG08 POA?

You can check the full history of FG08 POA by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was FG08 POA registered?

FG08 POA is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 27 March 2008.

Is FG08 POA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG08 POA shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FG08 POA have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on FG08 POA. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.