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LJ08 PCZ

2008 Renault Megane

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2021
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

87,567 mi
Last recorded87,567 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2020
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ08 PCZ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2020 87,567 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 31 Aug 2019 82,767 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 28 Aug 2018 75,487 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

Nearside Rear tyre cracking in tread face

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

Offside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

Offside Rear tyre cracking in tread face

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 28 Aug 2018 75,487 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

Nearside Rear tyre cracking in tread face

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

Offside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

Offside Rear tyre cracking in tread face

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

unable to visual front pads

Pass 22 Aug 2017 68,140 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 31 Aug 2016 62,124 miles

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

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)

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

Fail 30 Aug 2016 62,023 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

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

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

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)

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

Pass 28 May 2015 42,279 miles

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

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

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

Rear both tyre deteriorated

Pass 19 Jun 2014 33,838 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2014 33,838 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Jun 2013 31,708 miles

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

Fail 11 Jun 2013 31,708 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 9 May 2012 21,913 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 15,171 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2011 15,171 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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LJ08 PCZ is a 2008 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 LJ08 PCZ, 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 LJ08 PCZ registered?

LJ08 PCZ is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 7 May 2008.

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