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HT57 GCV

2008 Renault Megane

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2018
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

118,616 mi
Last recorded118,616 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2017
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHT57 GCV
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2017 118,616 miles

Both nearside tyres appear under inflated

Nearside Rear Tyre has circumferential cracking

Fail 16 Oct 2017 118,616 miles

Offside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Both nearside tyres appear under inflated

Nearside Rear Tyre has circumferential cracking

Pass 6 Oct 2016 105,495 miles

O/s and N/s front tyre's worn on inner edge

Fail 6 Oct 2016 105,495 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

O/s and N/s front tyre's worn on inner edge

Pass 16 Oct 2015 82,491 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2015 82,476 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear reflector not red in colour lens damaged (1.5.1d)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Aug 2014 72,738 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Aug 2014 72,738 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

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

No lights fitted at time of test

Fail 19 Aug 2013 55,322 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 19 Aug 2013 55,322 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 21 Jul 2012 39,014 miles

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

coolant level low

offside rear brake disc in a poor condition

Pass 26 Jan 2011 23,202 miles

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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HT57 GCV is a 2008 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 HT57 GCV, 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 HT57 GCV registered?

HT57 GCV is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 30 January 2008.

Is HT57 GCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for HT57 GCV shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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