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FG08 PWL

2008 Renault Megane

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

99,154 mi
Last recorded99,154 miles
Recorded on2 May 2018
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 PWL
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 May 2018 99,154 miles

covers fitted obscuring some testable items

rear brake discs corroded

Fail 25 Apr 2018 98,790 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both especially ns ()

covers fitted obscuring some testable items

rear brake discs corroded

rear tyres worn/cracking and cuts

Pass 26 Apr 2017 82,759 miles

undershield/support heavily corroded

rear brake discs corroded

Fail 20 Apr 2017 82,759 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

rear brake discs corroded

undershield/support heavily corroded

front brake discs corroded

Pass 27 Apr 2016 73,565 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 64,378 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 56,002 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 16 Apr 2013 44,274 miles

Both rear tyres perished

Front discs worn

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear discs worn

Fail 16 Apr 2013 44,274 miles

Both rear tyres perished

Front discs worn

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear discs worn

Pass 28 Mar 2012 35,576 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 29,987 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

o/s/f headlamp cover cracked

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 PWL is a 2008 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 PWL, 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 PWL registered?

FG08 PWL is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 30 April 2008.

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