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GV08 SYU

2008 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2021
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

83,719 mi
Last recorded83,719 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2020
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV08 SYU
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2020 83,719 miles

Exhaust mounting defective Rubbers worn (6.1.2 (a))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Outer Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre x2 ()

Fail 16 Mar 2020 83,719 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Exhaust mounting defective Rubbers worn (6.1.2 (a))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Outer Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre x2 ()

Pass 18 Mar 2019 78,593 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 18 Mar 2019 78,593 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Mar 2018 72,966 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 20 Mar 2017 67,325 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 61,201 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 56,170 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 2 Sep 2013 49,348 miles

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

nearside rear tyre wearing on outer edge

offside front tyre worn on outer edge

rear brake pads lowish

Fail 2 Sep 2013 49,348 miles

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

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

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

nearside rear tyre wearing on outer edge

offside front tyre worn on outer edge

rear brake pads lowish

Pass 24 Jul 2012 38,246 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2012 38,245 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Apr 2011 25,384 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

offside front tyre worn on edges ( keep eye on )

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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GV08 SYU is a 2008 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,390cc 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 GV08 SYU, 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 GV08 SYU registered?

GV08 SYU is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 30 April 2008.

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