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GJ08 UOF

2008 Renault Megane

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

61,986 mi
Last recorded61,986 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2017
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ08 UOF
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2017 61,986 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Mar 2017 61,966 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2016 58,263 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside rear tyre perished and splitting

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 4 Mar 2016 58,263 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside rear tyre perished and splitting

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Mar 2015 53,006 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 47,434 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 41,643 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 29,251 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2011 17,611 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2011 17,611 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 UOF is a 2008 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 UOF, 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 UOF registered?

GJ08 UOF is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 18 April 2008.

Is GJ08 UOF safe to buy?

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