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HV08 HBD

2008 Renault Megane

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2024
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

69,493 mi
Last recorded69,493 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2023
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV08 HBD
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2023 69,493 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2023 69,493 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp bad earth (4.2.3 (c))

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2022 58,404 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

under covers fitted obscuring some parts

Fail 9 Aug 2022 58,404 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

under covers fitted obscuring some parts

Pass 16 Aug 2021 50,296 miles

under covers fitted obscuring some parts

Pass 25 Aug 2020 46,992 miles

under covers fitted obscuring some parts

Fail 25 Aug 2020 46,992 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

under covers fitted obscuring some parts

Pass 4 Jun 2019 41,984 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 41,625 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 39,324 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Mar 2017 37,383 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 35,548 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2016 35,548 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Mar 2015 33,669 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2014 31,611 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Mar 2014 31,611 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Mar 2013 29,249 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Apr 2012 27,473 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Mar 2011 25,198 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 11 Mar 2011 25,198 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside 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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HV08 HBD is a 2008 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 HV08 HBD, 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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HV08 HBD is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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