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HK08 FNV

2008 Renault Megane

Silver Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

100,481 mi
Last recorded100,481 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2021
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK08 FNV
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2021 100,481 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2021 100,481 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2020 100,004 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 22 Mar 2019 98,777 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2018 96,573 miles

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 14 Mar 2017 93,913 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Nearside Front shock absorber boot loose

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Fail 14 Mar 2017 93,913 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Front shock absorber boot loose

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 17 Mar 2016 90,248 miles

both front tyres worn on edges and perishing

child seat fitted to o/s rear

corrosion on both front brake discs

play in both sides tie rod ends

rear wiper rubber split

Pass 17 Mar 2015 85,499 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

cam belt due replacement ?

corrosion on both front brake disc inner faces

Pass 13 Mar 2014 80,776 miles

Both front brake discs corroded on inner face

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Pass 26 Mar 2013 76,737 miles

Light corrosion on N/S rear disc

Pass 8 Jun 2012 62,011 miles

offside rear seat belt not checked due to child seat fitted

slight play in nearside front rack arm

Pass 31 May 2011 41,216 miles

unable to insect o/s/r seat belt due to child seat fitted

Fail 31 May 2011 41,214 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

unable to insect o/s/r seat belt due to child seat fitted

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 FNV is a 2008 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 FNV, 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 HK08 FNV registered?

HK08 FNV is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 19 June 2008.

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