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FM57 VZB

2008 Renault Megane

Blue Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

114,899 mi
Last recorded114,899 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2017
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM57 VZB
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2017 114,899 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play Rack end. (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 26 Jul 2016 108,068 miles

Offside Rear child seat fitted (seat belt not checked)

Fail 25 Jul 2016 108,068 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint lower arm (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint lower arm (2.4.G.2)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working both rear number plate lights (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear child seat fitted (seat belt not checked)

Pass 22 Jul 2015 97,535 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2015 97,535 miles

Nearside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Jul 2014 87,438 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Pass 30 Jul 2013 80,157 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 63,608 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 61,645 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2011 51,324 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2011 51,324 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Advise front & rear brake discs worn recommend replacement.

Advise nearside front brake operation,slight run out.

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

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

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

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 VZB is a 2008 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 FM57 VZB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FM57 VZB registered?

FM57 VZB is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 7 January 2008.

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The MOT history for FM57 VZB shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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