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FH08 JLV

2008 Renault Megane

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

64,182 mi
Last recorded64,182 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2017
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH08 JLV
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2017 64,182 miles

COVER FITTED TO UNDER ENGINE

Nearside Front TYRE WEARING OUTER EDGE

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

Offside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Sep 2016 59,002 miles

Nearside Front has slite movement

Pass 8 Sep 2015 47,123 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2014 45,337 miles

n/s/r tyre worn on side wall

Pass 9 Sep 2013 39,492 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2012 37,600 miles

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

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

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

Fail 12 Mar 2011 28,535 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 12 Mar 2011 28,535 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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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FH08 JLV is a 2008 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FH08 JLV, 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 FH08 JLV registered?

FH08 JLV is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 23 June 2008.

Is FH08 JLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH08 JLV shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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