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FH57 VGP

2008 Renault Megane

Gold Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2023
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

138,326 mi
Last recorded138,326 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2022
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH57 VGP
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2022 138,326 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2022 130,313 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2022 130,313 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play Inner rack joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Dec 2020 121,428 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 10 Dec 2020 121,358 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 12 Dec 2019 113,183 miles

Nearside Front steering rack inner joints slight play

Offside Front steering rack inner joints slight play

Pass 3 Jan 2019 104,666 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 5 Jan 2018 93,356 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2018 93,356 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2016 81,869 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2016 81,869 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Jan 2016 74,333 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2016 74,333 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2014 63,734 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2014 63,734 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2013 55,467 miles

Slight play in the nearside front inner rack joint

Pass 2 Jan 2013 48,793 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Dec 2011 39,255 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jan 2011 31,677 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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FH57 VGP is a 2008 Renault Megane in Gold with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 FH57 VGP, 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 FH57 VGP registered?

FH57 VGP is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 7 January 2008.

Is FH57 VGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH57 VGP shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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