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FP08 JLU

2008 Renault Megane

Blue Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2016
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

72,576 mi
Last recorded72,576 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2015
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP08 JLU
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2015 72,576 miles

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

Fail 10 Dec 2015 72,576 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2014 61,194 miles

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

n/s/r tyre worn outeredge

Pass 10 Dec 2013 52,906 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

both rear tyres cracking/deteriorated

Fail 10 Dec 2013 52,906 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

both rear tyres cracking/deteriorated

Pass 10 Dec 2012 44,030 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Fail 10 Dec 2012 44,030 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Dec 2011 33,343 miles

Advisory on n/s/f steering arm has slight play in.

Advisory on n/s/f wiper split in middle of blade.

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 16 Dec 2010 24,838 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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FP08 JLU is a 2008 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 FP08 JLU, 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 FP08 JLU registered?

FP08 JLU is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 10 April 2008.

Is FP08 JLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP08 JLU shows 9 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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