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FM08 FLA

2008 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

78,818 mi
Last recorded78,818 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2018
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM08 FLA
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2018 78,818 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2018 78,818 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance dim (1.2.1d)

Pass 17 Jan 2017 71,792 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 69,613 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 59,344 miles

offside rear tyre wearing low and perished

Fail 5 Oct 2015 59,344 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

offside rear tyre wearing low and perished

Fail 15 Oct 2014 49,939 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

wiper swich poor on the last position

Pass 15 Oct 2014 49,939 miles

wiper swich poor on the last position

Pass 18 Oct 2013 39,484 miles

nearside door mirror damaged

Pass 31 Oct 2012 31,305 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2012 31,305 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Oct 2011 20,107 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 12 Jul 2011 18,786 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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FM08 FLA is a 2008 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 FM08 FLA, 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 FM08 FLA registered?

FM08 FLA is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 19 August 2008.

Is FM08 FLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM08 FLA shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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