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LM57 EFA

2008 Renault Megane

Blue Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2017
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

115,953 mi
Last recorded115,953 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2016
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM57 EFA
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2016 115,953 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 11 Jan 2016 115,943 miles

Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play n/s and o/s (2.2.B.1f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 21 Dec 2014 99,450 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 20 Dec 2014 99,450 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Dec 2013 83,990 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 18 Dec 2013 83,990 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 11 Jan 2013 69,172 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 12 Dec 2011 53,239 miles

unable to carryout full seatbelt check due to child seat fitted to offside rear seat belt.

very slight play in both inner steering arm joints.

Fail 12 Dec 2011 53,239 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

unable to carryout full seatbelt check due to child seat fitted to offside rear seat belt.

very slight play in both inner steering arm joints.

Pass 22 Dec 2010 39,462 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2010 39,462 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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LM57 EFA is a 2008 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 LM57 EFA, 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 LM57 EFA registered?

LM57 EFA is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 11 January 2008.

Is LM57 EFA safe to buy?

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