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HV08 UBG

2008 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

111,618 mi
Last recorded111,618 miles
Recorded on16 May 2019
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV08 UBG
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 May 2019 111,618 miles
Fail 13 May 2019 111,616 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2018 107,617 miles

Nearside Rear door handle loose

Rear tyres on 3mm

Fail 19 Jul 2018 107,609 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear door handle loose

Rear tyres on 3mm

Pass 15 May 2017 100,824 miles

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

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

Fail 9 May 2017 100,824 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2016 89,895 miles

engine covers fitted

items removed prior to test

Fail 4 Aug 2016 89,862 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

engine covers fitted

items removed prior to test

Pass 22 Jun 2015 7,516 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2014 65,000 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 56,749 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 46,936 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 35,985 miles

Offside Outer Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling unit slightly cracked (2.5.C.1d)

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 UBG is a 2008 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 UBG, 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 HV08 UBG registered?

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

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