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HK57 SKJ

2008 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2020
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

96,102 mi
Last recorded96,102 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2019
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK57 SKJ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2019 96,102 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 17 Aug 2018 80,119 miles

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output misty (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 17 Aug 2018 80,119 miles

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output misty (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 17 Aug 2017 72,036 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint tie bar (2.4.G.2)

Fail 16 Aug 2017 72,036 miles

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

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Inner Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint tie bar (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Aug 2016 66,027 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 64,165 miles
Fail 11 May 2015 64,157 miles

Exhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

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

Pass 26 Feb 2014 55,275 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 42,915 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2012 33,920 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 8 Feb 2012 33,920 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 31 Jan 2011 25,836 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2011 25,836 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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HK57 SKJ is a 2008 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 HK57 SKJ, 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 HK57 SKJ registered?

HK57 SKJ is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 25 January 2008.

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