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HG08 FGX

2008 Renault Megane

Black Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2018
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

125,182 mi
Last recorded125,182 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2017
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG08 FGX
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2017 125,182 miles

both front wing inner plastic linings broken & insecure

engine covers & undertrays fitted

play at both sides front steering track rods

Fail 5 Jan 2017 124,870 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm bald on edges (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm bald on edges (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect very dim (1.8.A.1b)

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

both front wing inner plastic linings broken & insecure

engine covers & undertrays fitted

play at both sides front steering track rods

Pass 6 Jan 2016 99,356 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2016 99,356 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour badly faded (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour badly faded (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 19 Sep 2014 72,111 miles

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 19 Sep 2014 72,111 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Sep 2013 60,247 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 42,891 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 33,392 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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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HG08 FGX is a 2008 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 HG08 FGX, 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 HG08 FGX registered?

HG08 FGX is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 26 March 2008.

Is HG08 FGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG08 FGX shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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