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HV08 VTF

2008 Renault Megane

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2017
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

104,004 mi
Last recorded104,004 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2016
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2016 104,004 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 30 Oct 2015 92,480 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2014 77,491 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Cut in Nearside Front Tyre Wall

Engine Warning Lamp Illuminated on Dash

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Oct 2014 77,491 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Cut in Nearside Front Tyre Wall

Engine Warning Lamp Illuminated on Dash

Pass 1 Nov 2013 60,727 miles

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

Fail 1 Nov 2013 60,727 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 2 May 2012 40,785 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2011 28,755 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2011 28,755 miles

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

Nearside Front Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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 VTF is a 2008 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 HV08 VTF, 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 VTF registered?

HV08 VTF is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is HV08 VTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV08 VTF shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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