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FM57 VZN

2008 Renault Megane

Black Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2020
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

138,452 mi
Last recorded138,452 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2019
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM57 VZN
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2019 138,452 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jan 2018 126,895 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2018 126,892 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2017 117,246 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 17 Jan 2017 117,116 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 15 Jan 2016 85,764 miles

Nearside Rear tyre and offside worn on outer edge

Fail 13 Jan 2016 85,764 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp insecure plus not working (1.1.C.1c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear tyre and offside worn on outer edge

Pass 13 Jan 2015 77,492 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

park brake lever difficult to disengage

Fail 12 Jan 2015 77,492 miles

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

Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

park brake lever difficult to disengage

Pass 17 Jan 2014 65,196 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Fail 16 Jan 2014 65,196 miles

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

nearside front wiper smearing

Pass 14 Jan 2013 46,747 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 25,907 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

rear brake discs slightly corroded

Fail 13 Jan 2012 25,907 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

n/s washer jet slightly poor

o/s dip beam slightly dim

rear brake discs slightly corroded

Pass 21 Feb 2011 13,934 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2011 13,934 miles

Nearside Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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 VZN is a 2008 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 VZN, 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 VZN registered?

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

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