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FG08 ZMV

2008 Renault Megane

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2022
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

88,322 mi
Last recorded88,322 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 ZMV
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2021 88,322 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 6 Jan 2020 81,301 miles

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2018 79,716 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside front inner surface in poor condition reduced brake surface recommend how (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Road wheel slightly distorted offside rear (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed driver front (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside front worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

advisory engine cover and under tray fitted

Fail 5 Sep 2018 79,693 miles

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt nearside front (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt offside front (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Exhaust silencer insecure mounting broken (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Tyre has ply or cords exposed offside front (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside front inner surface in poor condition reduced brake surface recommend how (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Road wheel slightly distorted offside rear (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed driver front (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside front worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

advisory engine cover and under tray fitted

Pass 11 Sep 2017 75,762 miles

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

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 2 Sep 2016 69,704 miles

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

Rear both, wheels slight binding

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

dash showing service due/over due

engine covers fitted and/or under trays fitted, not allowing full inspection

steering rack slight play in inner joint/s

washers poor

wheel trims fitted

Fail 30 Aug 2016 69,668 miles

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

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

Offside dip beam reduced output

Rear both, wheels slight binding

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

dash showing service due/over due

engine covers fitted and/or under trays fitted, not allowing full inspection

washers poor

wheel trims fitted

Pass 3 Sep 2015 62,768 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

all wheel rims show slight damage.

off side front headlamp dip-beam image/aim weak.

Pass 3 Sep 2014 54,369 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 48,529 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 46,853 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 46,853 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 41,767 miles

rear brake pads approx 95% worn

Pass 14 May 2011 37,191 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 ZMV is a 2008 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 ZMV, 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 ZMV registered?

FG08 ZMV is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 15 May 2008.

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