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FY08 FHL

2008 Renault Megane

Gold Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

110,977 mi
Last recorded110,977 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2018
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY08 FHL
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2018 110,977 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre cracking in tread slightly

Fail 13 Oct 2018 11,041 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre cracking in tread slightly

Pass 11 Oct 2017 101,677 miles

SLIGHT PLAY IN BOTH STEERING RACK TIE RODS HOWEVER NOT EXCESSIVE

Pass 18 Oct 2016 92,742 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing slightly noisey

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

Pass 9 Oct 2015 83,640 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 71,864 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 61,523 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 50,874 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2011 40,092 miles

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

Fail 27 Aug 2011 40,092 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Front 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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FY08 FHL is a 2008 Renault Megane in Gold with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FY08 FHL, 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 FY08 FHL registered?

FY08 FHL is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 14 March 2008.

Is FY08 FHL safe to buy?

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