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FM57 ZSX

2008 Renault Megane

Black Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2024
Tests23 (13 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate56.5%

Mileage

149,737 mi
Last recorded149,737 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2024
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 10 fail
Fail 24 Oct 2024 149,737 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 18 Apr 2023 147,892 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2023 147,892 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 14 Apr 2022 146,361 miles

service light on

Fail 4 Apr 2022 146,320 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

service light on

Pass 3 Feb 2021 144,358 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2021 144,358 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 14 Dec 2019 142,525 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Nov 2018 142,357 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 21 Nov 2018 142,357 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Nov 2017 137,747 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2016 129,213 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 121,513 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

parking brake gave lower than expected performance

Fail 6 Jan 2016 121,513 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

parking brake gave lower than expected performance

Pass 8 Jan 2015 91,554 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2015 91,548 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Nov 2013 66,556 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2013 62,658 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Jan 2013 62,658 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 45,028 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nsf tyre cut no cords showing

Fail 13 Jan 2012 45,028 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nsf tyre cut no cords showing

Pass 19 Jan 2011 31,232 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2011 31,232 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

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 ZSX is a 2008 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.5%.

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 FM57 ZSX, 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 ZSX registered?

FM57 ZSX is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 21 January 2008.

Is FM57 ZSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM57 ZSX shows 23 tests with a 56.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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