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HK08 FKW

2008 Renault Megane

Black Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2023
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

116,733 mi
Last recorded116,733 miles
Recorded on3 May 2022
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK08 FKW
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 May 2022 116,733 miles

Front Lower Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 22 Apr 2021 105,305 miles

ALL FOUR BRAKE DISCS IN POOR CONDITION

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ARM REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 16 Apr 2021 105,305 miles

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

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

ALL FOUR BRAKE DISCS IN POOR CONDITION

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ARM REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 29 Oct 2020 103,524 miles

ALL BRAKE DISCS IN POOR CONDITION

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 29 Oct 2020 103,524 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

ALL BRAKE DISCS IN POOR CONDITION

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 28 May 2019 96,770 miles

FRONT & REAR BRAKE DISCS IN POOR CONDITION REPLACE AT NEXT PAD CHANGE

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

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

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

Fail 28 May 2019 96,770 miles

FRONT & REAR BRAKE DISCS IN POOR CONDITION REPLACE AT NEXT PAD CHANGE

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 25 May 2018 90,646 miles

pass door mirror glass damaged

play forming in os inner steering arm

Pass 30 May 2017 86,091 miles

N/S/R BRAKE DISC IN VERY POOR CONDITION

Offside Inner Ball joint has slight play TRACK ROD ARM (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 8 Jun 2016 81,586 miles

Nearside Headlamp-light output poor!

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

Pass 9 Jun 2015 77,245 miles

front road wheels odd combinations of steel/alloy

Pass 6 Jun 2014 73,188 miles

front road wheels odd combination of alloy/steel [tyres size/conditions etc tested ok]

Fail 5 Jun 2014 73,188 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front road wheels odd combination of alloy/steel [tyres size/conditions etc tested ok]

Pass 5 Jun 2013 64,380 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

oil levels on minimum marks

rear road wheels odd combination of steel and alloy types

Fail 5 Jun 2013 64,380 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

oil levels on minimum marks

rear road wheels odd combination of steel and alloy types

Pass 28 May 2012 57,588 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 6 Jun 2011 46,366 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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HK08 FKW is a 2008 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 HK08 FKW, 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

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What year was HK08 FKW registered?

HK08 FKW is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 6 June 2008.

Is HK08 FKW safe to buy?

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