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GJ08 BZV

2008 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2016
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

92,883 mi
Last recorded92,883 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2015
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ08 BZV
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2015 92,883 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2015 92,883 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 19 Jun 2014 90,427 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 17 Apr 2013 75,929 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Apr 2013 75,929 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 68,324 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2011 57,413 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2011 57,413 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2011 56,840 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

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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GJ08 BZV is a 2008 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 GJ08 BZV, 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 GJ08 BZV registered?

GJ08 BZV is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 2 April 2008.

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The MOT history for GJ08 BZV shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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