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KT08 SFF

2008 Renault Megane

Black Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2019
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

178,417 mi
Last recorded178,417 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2018
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKT08 SFF
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2018 178,417 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 170,860 miles

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

tyre wearing on outer shoulder, offside rear

Fail 29 Aug 2017 170,856 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) tie rod inner jouint (2.2.A.1b)

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

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc circlip (2.5.C.1a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault SRS / AIR BAG (5.4.2)

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

tyre wearing on outer shoulder, offside rear

Pass 9 Sep 2016 164,660 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt circlip (2.5.C.1a)

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

Fail 8 Sep 2016 164,655 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect bulb (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) inner joint (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) inner joint (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear wheel bearing has excessive play and excessively rough when rotated, offside (2.6.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner & outer shoulders (4.1.E.1)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt circlip (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 3 Aug 2015 154,275 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2015 154,275 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Aug 2014 145,818 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2013 134,989 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 2 Aug 2013 134,989 miles

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Aug 2012 125,236 miles

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

steel spare wheel fitted to offside front.

Fail 23 Aug 2012 125,190 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 30 Aug 2011 117,455 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 4 Aug 2011 117,449 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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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KT08 SFF is a 2008 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 KT08 SFF, 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 KT08 SFF registered?

KT08 SFF is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 15 August 2008.

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