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HW57 JGO

2008 Renault Megane

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Nov 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

50,480 mi
Last recorded50,480 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW57 JGO
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 50,480 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Nov 2024 45,765 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2023 39,007 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2022 31,309 miles

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

under shields fitted

Pass 27 Oct 2021 24,235 miles

under trays fitted, limiting view

Fail 25 Oct 2021 24,225 miles

Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened o/s and n/s rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

under trays fitted, limiting view

Pass 29 Oct 2020 23,345 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 22,042 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 21,669 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 20,942 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 19,986 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 19,421 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 18,867 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 17,280 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2012 14,344 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

nb near side front air bag is switched off

near side rear caliper brake hose outer coating not covering at joint with ferulle brading slightly exsposed

Pass 17 Apr 2012 14,344 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

nb near side front air bag is switched off

near side rear caliper brake hose outer coating not covering at joint with ferulle brading slightly exsposed

Pass 20 Apr 2011 10,782 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 6,572 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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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HW57 JGO is a 2008 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 HW57 JGO, 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 HW57 JGO registered?

HW57 JGO is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 11 January 2008.

Is HW57 JGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for HW57 JGO shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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