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GN57 XBM

2008 Renault Megane

Yellow Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

75,854 mi
Last recorded75,854 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2018
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN57 XBM
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2018 75,854 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 71,836 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 65,588 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 13 Jun 2015 56,999 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside front headlight washer not working

Nearside steering tie rod has play in the ball joint

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 13 Jun 2015 56,999 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Nearside front headlight washer not working

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside steering tie rod has play in the ball joint

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Jul 2014 52,846 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 7 Jul 2014 52,845 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 10 Jul 2013 49,800 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

n/s/inner steering arm has slight play

rear brake pads low

Fail 9 Jul 2013 49,800 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

n/s/inner steering arm has slight play

rear brake pads low

Pass 27 Jun 2012 42,424 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 24,200 miles

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

cover over and under vehicle

Fail 21 Jun 2011 24,200 miles

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

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

cover over and under vehicle

Pass 30 Jun 2010 21,210 miles

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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GN57 XBM is a 2008 Renault Megane in Yellow with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 GN57 XBM, 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 GN57 XBM registered?

GN57 XBM is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 2 January 2008.

Is GN57 XBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN57 XBM shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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