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GL57 JOU

2008 Renault Megane

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2012
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

39,985 mi
Last recorded39,985 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2010
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL57 JOU
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2010 39,985 miles

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

nearside front tyre damaged

Fail 20 Dec 2010 39,985 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

nearside front tyre damaged

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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GL57 JOU is a 2008 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 GL57 JOU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GL57 JOU?

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What year was GL57 JOU registered?

GL57 JOU is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 7 January 2008.

Is GL57 JOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL57 JOU shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GL57 JOU have outstanding finance?

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