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GJ08 EMV

2008 Renault Megane

Grey Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2025
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

130,152 mi
Last recorded130,152 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2024
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ08 EMV
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2024 130,152 miles

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

Fail 9 Apr 2024 130,150 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

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

Pass 5 Apr 2023 121,909 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 29 Mar 2022 111,255 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 22 Mar 2022 111,180 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding wheel bearing not tested (1.2.1 (f))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 1 Mar 2021 101,326 miles

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

Fail 1 Mar 2021 101,326 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2020 91,739 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2019 80,531 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2019 80,531 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Feb 2018 69,605 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2017 58,876 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 56,724 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2016 56,724 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Feb 2015 54,513 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 20 Feb 2014 52,448 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 20 Feb 2014 52,448 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 13 Feb 2013 50,531 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 13 Feb 2012 48,736 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 46,598 miles

front brake disc slighty scored

front brake pads wearing low

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 EMV is a 2008 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 GJ08 EMV, 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 EMV registered?

GJ08 EMV is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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