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FM57 UWA

2008 Renault Megane

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2018
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

63,788 mi
Last recorded63,788 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2017
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM57 UWA
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2017 63,788 miles

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

both rear brakes have a slight bind

Fail 7 Dec 2017 63,788 miles

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

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

both rear brakes have a slight bind

Pass 7 Dec 2016 60,114 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides ()

Pass 21 Nov 2015 56,221 miles

Child seat fitted (nearside rear)

Play in steering rack end ball joint (both sides), not considered excessive

Pass 11 Nov 2014 52,241 miles

All tyres cracked & deteriorated, no reinforcing seen.

Both sides front & offside rear tyre wearing close to tread depth indicators

Child seats nearside front & both outer rear seats, belts checked as possible

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 20 Nov 2013 47,987 miles

Both front tyres worn just above wear warning bars

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside front outer tyre wall has a small area of rubber missing,not deep enough to expose cords.

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 20 Nov 2013 47,987 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Both front tyres worn just above wear warning bars

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside front outer tyre wall has a small area of rubber missing,not deep enough to expose cords.

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 21 Nov 2012 43,056 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Small cut in offside front outer tyre wall, no cords exposed.

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 17 Nov 2011 36,902 miles

Small cut in offside front tyre outer wall, no cords exposed

Fail 16 Nov 2011 36,902 miles

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

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

Small cut in offside front tyre outer wall, no cords exposed

Pass 22 Nov 2010 30,063 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2010 30,051 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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FM57 UWA is a 2008 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 FM57 UWA, 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 FM57 UWA registered?

FM57 UWA is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 9 January 2008.

Is FM57 UWA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM57 UWA shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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