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FL08 ERK

2008 Renault Megane

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2019
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

118,706 mi
Last recorded118,706 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2018
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL08 ERK
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2018 118,706 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2018 118,706 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Mar 2017 112,370 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn smooth inner & outer edges 205/45/17

Offside Front Tyre worn smooth inner edge / also on wear bars 205/45/17

Fail 17 Mar 2017 112,370 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/50/17 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/50/17 (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn smooth inner & outer edges 205/45/17

Offside Front Tyre worn smooth inner edge / also on wear bars 205/45/17

Pass 5 Feb 2016 98,129 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 5 Feb 2016 98,129 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 6 Feb 2015 75,337 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2015 74,936 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 7 Feb 2014 57,649 miles

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

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

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

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

n/s/r child seat fitted

Pass 25 Jan 2013 40,981 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 25 Jan 2013 40,981 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 9 Feb 2012 29,170 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2011 21,843 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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FL08 ERK 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 61.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FL08 ERK, 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 FL08 ERK registered?

FL08 ERK is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is FL08 ERK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL08 ERK shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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