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HK08 EJE

2008 Renault Megane Scenic

Beige Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

135,550 mi
Last recorded135,550 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane Scenic71,280 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK08 EJE
MakeRenault
ModelMegane Scenic
Year2008
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 135,550 miles

Central Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened rear axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 21 May 2026 135,548 miles

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel to the extent that safe steering is affected (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened rear axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 May 2025 129,757 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

chip in windscreen

Fail 8 May 2025 129,757 miles

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

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

chip in windscreen

Pass 26 Apr 2024 126,641 miles

Front play found at the front wheels whilst jacked

covers fitted to the underside and axle

Pass 4 Jul 2023 120,076 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 115,033 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2022 115,033 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2021 107,793 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

How Reliable is the Renault Megane Scenic?

Based on 1,818,845 MOT tests across 145,724 vehicles.

66.2%
Pass Rate
6,520
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
145,724
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 116,922
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 68,848
constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing 66,630
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 58,928
Registration plate lamp not working 55,988
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HK08 EJE is a 2008 Renault Megane Scenic in Beige with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2008 Renault Megane Scenic models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 71,280 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 Scenic fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 116,922 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HK08 EJE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault Megane Scenic typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 18 years old, this Renault Megane Scenic is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HK08 EJE registered?

HK08 EJE is a 2008 Renault Megane Scenic, first registered on 24 June 2008.

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